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by: Matt Williamson
posted: Monday, December 24, 2007 | Print Entry
filed under: Dallas Cowboys
Tony Romo did not play at a football factory in college, no one knew who he was coming out of college, then sat on the bench in Dallas for 2 1/2 years. But none of those were bad things.
Romo is grounded and understands that celebrity and fame can come and go, and he seems to be very appreciative of all his opportunities. He handles pressure incredibly well and rarely gets rattled. The perfect example of this came in Buffalo in Week 5 when Romo threw interception after interception, but led his team back to win despite difficult circumstances. These traits will help Romo and his team tremendously in the postseason.
Romo has started 27 games in the NFL and has a 20-7 record. He isn't the biggest or strongest guy, and his arm is never going to be confused with Brett Favre's. But he can make all the throws asked of him and is willing to stand in the pocket and take a hit to deliver the football. Romo's toughness should not be questioned.
He is an underappreciated athlete for a quarterback. He moves in the pocket well and he has the ability to slide, step up, roll to either side or improvise while keeping his eyes downfield to find a receiver for a big play. If he isn't pressured, Romo will pick a defense apart with his accuracy. Granted, Romo is surrounded by an exceptional supporting cast, but he knows who his playmakers are, namely WR Terrell Owens and TE Jason Witten, and he gets them the football in a position to make plays after the catch.
Owens left Saturday's road victory over the Panthers and at this time his status for the future is unknown. He's not likely to play in Week 17 due to a high ankle sprain but could play in the divisional round of the playoffs after two weeks of rest. In the meantime, Romo should have a chance to work more and more with WR Terry Glenn. If Owens can, in fact, return to full health for that first playoff game, this Romo-led offense will be even more dangerous than at any point during his time as the starter.
The Cowboys recently re-signed Romo to a monster contract to the tune of six years and $67.5 million, and they just might end up getting a bargain.
posted: Monday, December 24, 2007 | Print Entry
filed under: Dallas Cowboys
Tony Romo did not play at a football factory in college, no one knew who he was coming out of college, then sat on the bench in Dallas for 2 1/2 years. But none of those were bad things.
Romo is grounded and understands that celebrity and fame can come and go, and he seems to be very appreciative of all his opportunities. He handles pressure incredibly well and rarely gets rattled. The perfect example of this came in Buffalo in Week 5 when Romo threw interception after interception, but led his team back to win despite difficult circumstances. These traits will help Romo and his team tremendously in the postseason.
Romo has started 27 games in the NFL and has a 20-7 record. He isn't the biggest or strongest guy, and his arm is never going to be confused with Brett Favre's. But he can make all the throws asked of him and is willing to stand in the pocket and take a hit to deliver the football. Romo's toughness should not be questioned.
He is an underappreciated athlete for a quarterback. He moves in the pocket well and he has the ability to slide, step up, roll to either side or improvise while keeping his eyes downfield to find a receiver for a big play. If he isn't pressured, Romo will pick a defense apart with his accuracy. Granted, Romo is surrounded by an exceptional supporting cast, but he knows who his playmakers are, namely WR Terrell Owens and TE Jason Witten, and he gets them the football in a position to make plays after the catch.
Owens left Saturday's road victory over the Panthers and at this time his status for the future is unknown. He's not likely to play in Week 17 due to a high ankle sprain but could play in the divisional round of the playoffs after two weeks of rest. In the meantime, Romo should have a chance to work more and more with WR Terry Glenn. If Owens can, in fact, return to full health for that first playoff game, this Romo-led offense will be even more dangerous than at any point during his time as the starter.
The Cowboys recently re-signed Romo to a monster contract to the tune of six years and $67.5 million, and they just might end up getting a bargain.
