Are we setting Dak Prescott up for a mighty fall?

[DFWJC]

So Romo has 133 games to look at and there are people here using the four games last year--where he was only healthy for 1 1/2 of them--as their dataset.

It's extremely misleading and dishonest.

 

[DFWJC]

One of the things I like best about Dak is his excellent decision-making. That is a rare characteristic for even experienced QB's, never mind a rookie, and bodes well for the future.

Decision-making is one area that I think Romo doesn't excel in. For example I'll never understand his decision to vacation in Cabo with Jessica Simpson before the 2008 divisional playoff game against the Giants, which we ended up losing.

I think your sig photo may actually be you

 

[waving monkey]

When a rusty Romo comes back and stinks up a series or game then becomes the caterwauling

 

[stilltheguru88]

The online is considered one of the best if not the best in the league, a pro bowl wr and a rookie RB that is 3rd in the NFL in rushing. If you can't see that your football intelligence is seriously lacking.

What pro bowl wr? The oline has great pieces and below average pieces, no?

 

[Wolf2k5]

I swear some are afraid of their own shadow.

Haha I was thinking same. We should all be pessimists because some other qbs got hyped and dropped off later. How many qbs have burst onto scene and actually became franchise players though?

 

[big dog cowboy]

Are we setting Dak Prescott up for a mighty fall?

 

[DCBoysfan]

What pro bowl wr? The oline has great pieces and below average pieces, no?

Really??/ what pro bowl wr? and below a average pieces ? Sorry dude it's a little too late for football 101. Catch me in the morning.

 

[Bullflop]

I don't think Dak is being set up for a fall at all. He's merely doing what his job entails by filling in for Romo until he returns. I don't think our FO nor Garrett is going to see fit to expose him to the pressures of facing teams like Philly, Green Bay and Pittsburgh, etc. before such time as he's fully prepared to do so. Of course, if Romo is reinjured when the time comes for him to face them, Dak will then be sent forth. I think Dak has the character and mental toughness to overcome the disappointment of losing and return afterward, none the less able to perform capably.

 

[Diehardblues]

Theres only a QB controversy amongst the fans. As soon as Romo is ready to go he's our guy regardless of the results with Dak. Jerry has already confirmed. Done deal...

 

[stilltheguru88]

Really??/ what pro bowl wr? and below a average pieces ? Sorry dude it's a little too late for football 101. Catch me in the morning.

Dez hasn't been pro bowl level in awhile and he isn't even playing. Free and Collins have been average to below average. (Shrugs)

 

[Bleu Star]

For the sale of his long term health, Romo should retire. It's not like we're one player away from a Super Bowl run. But he won't.. It's difficult to let go.

 

[GimmeTheBall!]

Jake Plummer
Josh Freeman
Marc Bulger
Byron Leftwich
Vince Young
Nick Foles
RG3
Ryan Tannehill
30 more just like them

A lot of what's being written about Dak Prescott and Carson Wentz have been written about rookies before. They come in, show some veteran poise, win a few games, make some youthful plays, and next thing you know, the fan base is bubbling over and building golden statues.

Too often, too much is expected too soon. Natural growing pains aren't tolerated because it's forgotten how young they are and how much of this game still doesn't register in their minds. The pro game adapts to you and makes you do things you've never done before....or else.

We've seen the fall before. Frustration grows and these young guns become defensive, secluded, aloof, and bitter. It's an all-too-common theme with promising NFL quarterbacks.

We're watching Andrew Luck slowly unravel in Indianapolis. Bortles, Winston, and Mariotta are starting to fray at the seams, too. Bridgewater is still woefully raw. Derek Carr is the only young QB who's holding steady. I believe Matt Stafford would be far better today if he didn't have to start so soon. Same for Alex Smith.

We've been bickering back and forth around here for days over this trumped-up QB controversy. But the absolute best thing that could happen for OUR young quarterback is to watch and learn the game for a while without the pitfalls of failure and expectation raining down upon him.

The best quarterbacks in the NFL sat and watched a while....Brady, Rodgers, Brees, and Romo. It's true, Roethlisberger and Wilson did well as rookies, but that was because they had devastating defenses and tremendous running games to carry the lion's share of the load. Dak has one of those parts, which is good, but not the other.

The best policy is to bring this guy along at a human pace. Don't kill his spirit with challenges he's not yet ready for if it's avoidable. Don't throw him to the wolves if you don't have to. Far bigger animals await him than the lowly teams he's faced so far.

I don't want Prescott charged with trying to lead a team to the playoffs this season. I want him to be fully prepared to do that in 2018 and well beyond. That's the prize we want from him, not the here and now.

He's good. We've been blessed. Now, let's take care of this good fortune and invest it wisely.

As if anyone could know...
Whether it is Dak or Joe Blow in the draft, we need to find a QB
Otherwise it is back to will he play or won't he? Will be rehab in time or won't he? And on and on with this aged millionaire.

 

[dallasdave]

As of anyone could know...
Whether it is Dak or Joe Blow in the draft, we need to find a QB
Otherwise it is back to will he play or won't he? Will be rehab in time or won't he? And on and on with this aged. Millionaire.

Someone told me you were trying to Roger to come back and play QB !!

 

[GimmeTheBall!]

Someone told me you were trying to Roger to come back and play QB !!

Yes but his nutritionist and foot doctor nixed the plan.

 

[dallasdave]

Yes but his nutritionist and foot doctor nixed the plan.

Well all you can do is try and drink a few pints.

 

[GimmeTheBall!]

One of the things I like best about Dak is his excellent decision-making. That is a rare characteristic for even experienced QB's, never mind a rookie, and bodes well for the future.

Decision-making is one area that I think Romo doesn't excel in. For example I'll never understand his decision to vacation in Cabo with Jessica Simpson before the 2008 divisional playoff game against the Giants, which we ended up losing.

Exactly!
I would never vacation with Jessica!!!!

 

[GimmeTheBall!]

Well all you can do is try and drink a few pints.

And hope for the best.
Have to go. The Manchester louts are beating up on the Oxford boys on the tele!

 

[GimmeTheBall!]

So Romo has 133 games to look at and there are people here using the four games last year--where he was only healthy for 1 1/2 of them--as their dataset.

It's extremely misleading and dishonest.

Romo is misleading and honestly fragile and aged.

 

[Redball Express]

QB last season had that OL as well and more experience than Dak. OL plays a part but so does talent.

Agreed.

It's all about synergy.

Now there is an '80s word for you.

Bet you haven't used that in a sentence since 1985..

Hahahahaaaa...

 

[Risen Star]

It's cute how you guys desperately want to attach Rayne to Wentz. As if they're even remotely similar.