Deja vu all over again?

[Angus]

The Morton vs. Staubach Quarterback controversy

This is not the first time in Dallas that a fierce argument among fans has erupted when a less experienced, better scrambling backup quarterback threatened in the minds of some to unseat a winning, well-liked, experienced quarterback of the Cowboys. There was no Internet then but the debate was intense.

Roger Staubach was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in the 10th round of the 1964 NFL Draft, but did not join the team until 1969 due to his Naval commitment. Craig Morton was drafted by Dallas one year later in the first round, and while Staubasch was in the Navy Morton became the starting Dallas quarterback. Morton was a downfield passer not known for his mobility, and is one of the all time leaders in yards per completion. He also briefly held the record for the most passes completed in a row, and took the Cowboys to the Super Bowl in 1970. But in 1971 Staubach put him on the bench when coach Landry awarded the job to Staubach.


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14 - Craig Morton 1965-1974

The Cowboys #1 draft choice out of California in 1965. He backed up Meredith and got an occasional start his first 3 years and led the Cowboys in passing from 1969-70. He quarterbacked the team most of the season in 1970 and in the Superbowl V loss to the Colts. Staubach had pressed Morton for the starting job and 7 games into the 1971 season Staubach took over for good. Morton directed the offense again in 1972 as a fill-in for the injured Staubach. Roger was back in 1973 and Morton signed with the Houston Texans of the WFL, his rights were traded to the Giants, and he never played a down in the WFL. He went on to be named NFL Comeback Player of the Year with the Denver Broncos and started against his old team in Superbowl 12. He retired after the 1982 season.

12 - Roger Staubach 1969-1979
Hall of Fame quarterback is considered by most to be one of the best ever at his position. Staubach led the team in passing in 1971, and 1973-1979. He also led the NFL in passing 4 times and the NFC 5 times. He was MVP of Superbowl VI against the Dolphins. He won the Heisman Trophy in 1964 at the Naval Academy.

http://www.cowboyshistory.com/qb.html

 

[BrAinPaiNt]

You know you can make a point to that...but I really think it is closer to the Hutch/QC situation.

 

[TNCowboy]

Ridiculous comparison. Staubach was the Heisman winner...Romo was an undrafted free agent who didn't even play in division I A.

Romo looked solid the other night, but NFL history is littered with guys who played well in the preseason but never did anything when it matters. It's very unlikely he'll see the field in the regular season, unless there's an injury or if Dallas falls out of playoff contention.

 

[The30YardSlant]

Now we're comparing Romo to Staubach?

What, Romo playing the part of Tom Brady wasnt magnificant enough?

 

[BrAinPaiNt]

I think some are going overboard.

The main comparison is that there are Two QBs... One who is currently the starter, one who is the backup.
One who is more of a statue at QB, one who has some mobility.

I don't get where ANYONE is trying to say anything other than that.

So Romo even being 1/10th of the player of Staubach is not the comparison or point being made.

Once again the point is...a backup fighting a starter for the job. One being a statue one being more mobile. And the idea that fans may argue over which one should be the starter.

 

[Alexander]

I think some are going overboard.

Oh, no. Couldn't be.

 

[Angus]

Now we're comparing Romo to Staubach?

What, Romo playing the part of Tom Brady wasnt magnificant enough?

I'm not comparing any one to anyone. Merely pointing out what I consider an interesting fact.

 

[Hiero]

the romo/bledsoe situation is not even remotely close to that situation. not even in the same league and definitely not worth a thread or discussion

 

[CanadianCowboysFan]

You know you can make a point to that...but I really think it is closer to the Hutch/QC situation.

Please, there is no comparison between Bledsoe and either Carter or Hutchless. Hell, Romo is better than Carter and Hutchless.

 

[BrAinPaiNt]

Please, there is no comparison between Bledsoe and either Carter or Hutchless. Hell, Romo is better than Carter and Hutchless.

People keep getting the idea that the comparison has to do with the individual players and how good they are.

That is NOT THE CASE.

The comparsions are about starter vs backup and Statue vs Mobility.

I am not sure why it is so hard, not being rude but I thought I explained it in one of my posts.

Nobody in their right mind would say Romo is as good as Roger...nor would anyone say Hutch or QC was as good as Bledsoe.

...ok Vent off.

 

[conner01]

romo had a very good game, but he is not ready to take drews job. thats just fans seing the grass as greener stuff

 

[fortdick]

Please, there is no comparison between Bledsoe and either Carter or Hutchless. Hell, Romo is better than Carter and Hutchless.

I hear Kartr running down the hallway. You are in trouble for having said that.

 

[tyke1doe]

The comparison isn't really accurate beyond the points BrainPaint made.

Staubach played in regular season games in 1969 and 1970 before he took over from Morton, who at that time really sucked. It was clear that Staubach was the better passer.

Romo hasn't started a single regular season game in his four years with the Cowboys.

At least with Staubach, Landry saw enough of what he could do under regular fire to make the substitution.

With Romo, we have only the preseason Seattle game. Woopdeedo!

 

[joseephuss]

The Morton vs. Staubach Quarterback controversy

This is not the first time in Dallas that a fierce argument among fans has erupted when a less experienced, better scrambling backup quarterback threatened in the minds of some to unseat a winning, well-liked, experienced quarterback of the Cowboys. There was no Internet then but the debate was intense.

Roger Staubach was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in the 10th round of the 1964 NFL Draft, but did not join the team until 1969 due to his Naval commitment. Craig Morton was drafted by Dallas one year later in the first round, and while Staubasch was in the Navy Morton became the starting Dallas quarterback. Morton was a downfield passer not known for his mobility, and is one of the all time leaders in yards per completion. He also briefly held the record for the most passes completed in a row, and took the Cowboys to the Super Bowl in 1970. But in 1971 Staubach put him on the bench when coach Landry awarded the job to Staubach.


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

14 - Craig Morton 1965-1974

The Cowboys #1 draft choice out of California in 1965. He backed up Meredith and got an occasional start his first 3 years and led the Cowboys in passing from 1969-70. He quarterbacked the team most of the season in 1970 and in the Superbowl V loss to the Colts. Staubach had pressed Morton for the starting job and 7 games into the 1971 season Staubach took over for good. Morton directed the offense again in 1972 as a fill-in for the injured Staubach. Roger was back in 1973 and Morton signed with the Houston Texans of the WFL, his rights were traded to the Giants, and he never played a down in the WFL. He went on to be named NFL Comeback Player of the Year with the Denver Broncos and started against his old team in Superbowl 12. He retired after the 1982 season.

12 - Roger Staubach 1969-1979
Hall of Fame quarterback is considered by most to be one of the best ever at his position. Staubach led the team in passing in 1971, and 1973-1979. He also led the NFL in passing 4 times and the NFC 5 times. He was MVP of Superbowl VI against the Dolphins. He won the Heisman Trophy in 1964 at the Naval Academy.

http://www.cowboyshistory.com/qb.html

I don't think of Bledsoe as a winning QB.

 

[Angus]

I don't think of Bledsoe as a winning QB.

Well, like Morton, he took his team to the Super Bowl -- but couldn't win it.