How Did Romo Do It? Honestly.

[YosemiteSam]

Don't forget where these guys played QB in college. Not only were they watching a school more closely than many others, they knew what a successfull QB looked like in the NFL.

This is exactly why they knew who Romo was. They both were from Eastern Illinois and like most guys, the hang on to the their ties from college.

 

[vta]

He won games.

 

[Idgit]

Fans place too much emphasis on college production, for one. It's a useful data point to see a player at a big program outperform NFL-calibre players at the college level since, obviously, if a player can't clear that hurdle he's unlikely to clear the bigger hurdle of the NFL.

With smaller school programs, scouts don't often have the benefit of seeing the best small-school players compete against the best college competition. Lacking that data, small school prospects aren't as sure a bet as vetted large school prospects and they go lower in the draft as a result since the draft is largely an exercise in avoiding failure. It's a misconception that these players necessarily have less physical or intellectual ability. Once they're acclimated to the professional playbook, they're on pretty close to an equal footing. I'm sure there are a number of small school players not in the NFL who could have developed into stars given the right circumstances and opportunities.

With as much money as the NFL spends in scouting each year, the role of college scouts in selecting which players they place in the national spotlight has a lot to do with the makeup of the NFL's rosters. Obviously, the college guys do a good job, too, but it's not surprising that players fall through the cracks.

 

[Undisputed]

Tony's been groomed for this ever since he step foot into Valley Ranch! He's been lucky enough to learn from Sean Payton, Chris Palmer, Bill Parcells, Wade Wilson and Jason Garrett (all good QB minds). Physical talent notwithstanding (he has a good arm and great mobility), he's learned the nuances of the position and seems to have grasped the mental aspect of the game (which is why I credited the above coaches).

Pretty much. The guy fell into the perfect situation to be groomed for success. And given Romo's gun slinger attitude, the relationship with Parcells was probably crucial in his development.

 

[seniorette]

He might have given Carrie up for a little while, but it is reportedly on Wolf 99.5 that he called her back and she was in Dallas last night. Can't confirm, don't live there.

 

[Verdict]

There is no doubt that Tony Romo's hard work put him in a position to succeed, but life does involve a little bit of luck. I am sure that the fact that Romo was a pet project of Sean Payton didn't hurt. He was lucky enough to have coaches that were willing to overlook his draft status and give him an opportunity. I think you can think Bill Parcells for that.

Parcells was a big proponent of forgetting about draft position once a player was drafted and going on what he saw. Most coaches would not have given Romo enough time to learn and progress. Much like Matt Baker earlier this year, it would have been very easy to see Romo be a roster spot casualty before he ever had a chance. Thank goodness he wasnt.

 

[CowboyJeff]

How did Tony Romo go from being a nobody, a boy who couldn't even start for a Division I-A program to a Pro Bowl QB who beat out Drew Bledsoe (a number 1 draft pick with much more pedigree) for the starting QB position for the Dallas Cowboys. More importantly, how has he been able to surpass Jason Campbell, who was much more highly touted coming out of college?

What did he do?

Al Davis said it best: Just win baby!!!

 

[THEHEREAFTER]

Good question until you threw Jason Campbell into the mix. Draft status obviously doesn't mean a whole lot especially at the QB position. There are so many intangibles involved incluing heart, preparation and intelligence. At this point, it doesn't look like JC is ready for a complex NFL passing system.

 

[Rampage]

I give up. I want to say bad things about the guy, but I can't in good conscience. Nothing is more frustrating then admitting this as an enemy fan.

he hasn't won anything yet. i'm a cowboy fan and i'm still not sold on Romo

 

[Cowboys22]

Something nobody has mentioned is his competitive nature. Many people shy away from serious competition. Tony thrives on it and isn't afraid to face it head on. When Dallas played NE, Tony went out and did his thing. He wasn't perfect but you could tell he was enjoying the competition and he kept his team in the game for 3 1/2 quarters. Against the same team, Campbell looked scared, overwhelmed, and like he wanted to be somewhere else. This is just one of those intangibles that allow players like Romo to surpass all expectations. Campbell has the prototypical size and arm strength you look for but I've seen no sign of any intangibles from him. I don't see any accuracy, football intelligence, toughness, leadership, or competitiveness from Campbell. I see them all in Romo and thats why he is a much better QB and a much richer one too.

 

[theogt]

he hasn't won anything yet. i'm a cowboy fan and i'm still not sold on Romo

He's won 12 of his first 17 regular season games.

Anyone who's not sold on Tony by now is just dumb.

 

[Chocolate Lab]

I think the clear lesson here is that first round picks, and for that matter all draft picks, are worthless. Those picks should be traded away instead.

 

[dallasfaniac]

I think the clear lesson here is that first round picks, and for that matter all draft picks, are worthless. Those picks should be traded away instead.

HogsRLosers already knew that, they've been telling us for years. Snyder's way of managing the cap and draft is where it's at.

 

[BehindEnemyLinez]

I think the clear lesson here is that first round picks, and for that matter all draft picks, are worthless. Those picks should be traded away instead.

Don't the Skins already use this logic in their front office (if they even have one)?!! After all, they trade away all their picks every year, anyway (too bad they have nothing to show for it) :suxskins: !

 

[03EBZ06]

he hasn't won anything yet. i'm a cowboy fan and i'm still not sold on Romo

What does he have to do in order for you to be sold on him?

 

[Tusan_Homichi]

he hasn't won anything yet. i'm a cowboy fan and i'm still not sold on Romo

So you were never "sold" on Dan Marino? Or Jim Kelly?

 

[5Stars]

One more thing that needs to be said is that Romo himself said that Testeverde was one of the strongest influences on him becoming a good QB. He said that Testy would show him how to game plan, how to work out, how to handle himself in the huddle, how to be a professional football player.

And Testeverde, at 58 years old, is still playing football for the Panthers.

 

[zrinkill]

How did Tony Romo do it?

How Did Belichick Evolve When?

Urlacher Is Fat So How Does He Move Fast?

Romo Is Fat So How Does He Move Fast?

Gibbs intentionally lost the game against the Giants last week as part of his long-term strategy.

I think something was done surreptitiously to keep Romo in Dallas and get him to Dallas without the knowledge of other NFL teams. How can someone be that good and not be drafted? Come on.

Doesn't it seem fishy to you that all of a sudden Romo goes from undrafted unknown to throwing 300 yards and 3 TDs a game?

Romo has no muscle. He's too much of a pretty boy.

Romo is 6'2 and 224 so its tough to understand how he runs so fast...considering he's almost obese on the BMI chart.

Tony Romo, an undrafted free agent, is actually a down-grade from Drew Bledsoe, a Super Bowl QB and former number 1 overall pick in the draft.

This Troll is entertaining.

 

[Rampage]

What does he have to do in order for you to be sold on him?

beat the eagles and Commanders atleast once this year and win a playoff game.

 

[zrinkill]

he hasn't won anything yet. i'm a cowboy fan and i'm still not sold on Romo

Knowing your history, you probably gave up on him when his first pass was intercepted.