Is Romo our QB of the future.

[big dog cowboy]

I am not worried about WR now.

Who would have ever imagined. Not the way I thought but at least we appear to be getting there for this year. Thank God for Crayton.

 

[Weber]

The QB of the future is not currently on our roster!!! At least, I hope not. You can hope all you want that one of these guys (henson,romo) step up but it isn't going to happen.

 

[scotth66]

Hear Hear I Totally Agree!!!

 

[baj1dallas]

One of the main complaints I have of this team (for the last 3 years, and running) is the fact that we simply have no idea who the future QB of this team is.

I know for certain, Drew Bledsoe ISN'T. He's the immediate future, not the future I'm talking about.

Romo looks good this pre-season but he lacks arm strength and the pure talent that Henson has.

Henson, on the other hand, looks (and is) inexperienced at this level.

We (IMO) have no idea - at this point in time, who the next REAL QB is for this team.

Having said that, I want an answer to this question as soon as possible because this defense we appear to be assembling is impressive to say the least.

The thing is, how soon do you want to have to get rid of Bledsoe? Because you can't keep him and a top draft pick type QB on the roster at the same time because of the cap. You have Bledsoe for 3 years if you want him, or do you get rid of him after one year? Do you wait and see what he can do for you before you make that decision?

 

[Sarge]

The thing is, how soon do you want to have to get rid of Bledsoe? Because you can't keep him and a top draft pick type QB on the roster at the same time because of the cap. You have Bledsoe for 3 years if you want him, or do you get rid of him after one year? Do you wait and see what he can do for you before you make that decision?

I'd get rid of him.

 

[Billy Bullocks]

Like I said, the name fits. Tony Romo goes well in a long line of Dallas Cowboys Qb's. And that's just basing it off his name, not his play. So at least he's got that working for him

 

[Chuck 54]

For the life of me, I can't figure out why some fans have to choose one favorite, and one to hate.

Why is it so hard to hope that ONE of our QBs pans out? Why is it so hard to root for both of them? Is it pride at being able to choose? Did one beat you up as a kid?

I really hope Romo succeeds. I would love to see him beat out Bledsoe....not because I hate Bledsoe (whom I hope does well for us), but because I'd love to see us with a young, talented QB on our roster. It'd be nice to finally be settled at QB.

I want to see Henson succeed. I think he's the most talented of our QBs, and could be our "franchise" guy. But it's clear he's not ready yet......I do say yet. We can't right him off just yet. I think it'd be a mistake to do so. We need to be patient.......

Again.....why is it so hard to root for all the QBs on our roster?

why do you choose to put words in the mouths of others...have you heard anyone on this board say they don't root for our QB's? that they don't hope someone cuts it? No one is against them...some of us just think they both suck....for myself, it is well-documented...from the moment Henson was signed, I doubted that he could ever make it back from where he was...I still think he'll be out of the league in 2 more years...that's not the same as saying I hope he is. As for Romo, maybe he'll cut it as a career backup...maybe...but in my opinion he will never be a winner in he NFL...I don't think he has the talent...that's why he was undrafted...If I'm wrong, I'll eat crow.

I don't wish ill on any of these guys, but I'm not as patient as some either...I think it's painfully clear that we have no QB of the future. I believe we will be forced to draft a QB somewhere in rounds 1-3 in order to find a good one...and while some will point to Brady in the 6th round and Warner out of the Arena league, as successful championship QB's go, they make up about 1%....Look around the league at the starting QB's with talent who are successful and that you could imagine leading a team to a title one day.

How many of them played a few years of baseball first, without the benefit of the college game's development? How many of them were undrafted free agents?

CAn Henson or Romo make it? Of course...and I can win the lottery, but simply looking at NFL history, I'm probably as likely to win the lottery as either of these guys are to become championship quality QB's.

 

[The30YardSlant]

Seriously he might just have a chance at it. You look for players to suddenly really step up and last night Romo did. Anyone who can't give Romo credit for the game last night is just not seein things right.

The offense looked slow and sad most of the time Bledsoe was in. Romo comes in and the offense starts to really move. Same thing happened in the Arizona game. I am beginning to think this team believes more in Romo then Bledsoe. Thats JMO.

Romo feels the pressure alot better then Bledsoe and escapes rushes much better. His reads are alot faster and makes his throws alot faster. He can still make plays without needing perfect protection like Bledsoe does. Those are things you just cant ignore.

Romo might just be a Bledsoe injury away from being our starter for a long time.

Wolverine, by far the best post you have made on this board

 

[Vertigo_17]

Tony Romo = Dallas Cowboys QB of the future...nope.
Career Backup material. Romo is the backup QB going into the season...and that is it. This just shows how bad our situation is. Get a grip people.

 

[The30YardSlant]

Tony Romo = Dallas Cowboys QB of the future...nope.
Career Backup material. Romo is the backup QB going into the season...and that is it. This just shows how bad our situation is. Get a grip people.

He is far and away better than henson. So either Henson sucks badly or Romo is a good player.

 

[Fernando Fernandez]

Tony Romo = Dallas Cowboys QB of the future...nope.Career Backup material.Get a grip people.

I think you need to get a grip. Your vertigo is affecting your judgement and your balance!

(sorry, i couldn't resisit!)

 

[followthestar]

Romo has IT, and its been observed and commented on since he first took the field, apparently. pure natural ability. he sees things in a way that few can. he understands the game, instinctively. call it what you will, when this kid gains more experience he will be tough to beat.
it seemed to me watching him play that he reads coverage very well. he was looking off defenders for gods sake, and his misdirection reminded me of - yes i'll say it - Montana. these are just flashes, but flashes of brilliance. not what i expected from a guy of his talent and experience. I daresay Henson has no chance...

 

[Doomsday101]

Seriously he might just have a chance at it. You look for players to suddenly really step up and last night Romo did. Anyone who can't give Romo credit for the game last night is just not seein things right.

The offense looked slow and sad most of the time Bledsoe was in. Romo comes in and the offense starts to really move. Same thing happened in the Arizona game. I am beginning to think this team believes more in Romo then Bledsoe. Thats JMO.

Romo feels the pressure alot better then Bledsoe and escapes rushes much better. His reads are alot faster and makes his throws alot faster. He can still make plays without needing perfect protection like Bledsoe does. Those are things you just cant ignore.

Romo might just be a Bledsoe injury away from being our starter for a long time.

I don't know if he is our future but I do think he earn the backup job this year. As for when Bledsoe was in he did a damn fine job and anyone who wants to nit pick his performance I would suggest have their own personal dislike the for the man because the bottom line is once Dallas figured out the blitz Houston was running Drew cut them up nicely.

 

[Smith22]

After watching the replay last night, Romo really impressed me. His arm looked much better than the Zona game and he gave me a little hope that he may be able to do something in this league. Keep both Romo and Henson this year and just see what happens. Just my 2 cents.

 

[Doomsday101]

After watching the replay last night, Romo really impressed me. His arm looked much better than the Zona game and he gave me a little hope that he may be able to do something in this league. Keep both Romo and Henson this year and just see what happens. Just my 2 cents.

Totally agree with you

 

[Martice]

I'd like to know what talent Romo is lacking other than the so called lack of "Arm Strength"? Hi arm seems fine to me.

This Romo guy has remarkable touch when throwing the football. He has the ability to escape pressure enough to buy time. His head seems to be in the game and he has the aura of a leader and seems to have a lot of confidence. Why would you NOT want to invest in such qualities in a player.

The politically correct statement seems to be " I'm rooting for any Dallas QB to succeed and I agree with these statements being thrown around but if I had to choose who I would LIKE to see starting under center it is ROMO!

Both of our Drews had numerous opportunities to shine. They have the "intangibles" that everyone falls in love with on paper, which has allowed Drew B. to stay in the league as long as he has, and Drew H. to not play one sport but two and collect a good amount of money in the process. Drew B. has a fine arm but that doesn't guarantee you a trip to any Super Bowl. Drew H. has excellent tools, for not just this sport but for baseball as well. Unfortunately, all of the tools in the world didn't help him in baseball and it's no lock they will help him here.

Now this Romo kid gets one shot and one shot only. This is it for him because his small school and undrafted status has blinded many to his obvious talent and abilities and he's making a good case for his future here. Call him our Rudy, Rocky or whatever, how can you not root for this guy to continue to grow, learn and perform in our system if you love football and the players that suit up.

Other than the fact that he has gone undrafted and has had such an uphill climb makes me personally root for him and makes me go nuts when I see him make plays that he really shouldn't be making at this stage of HIS DEVELOPMENT. The funny thing is, he makes these "big time" plays more often than the other QB's on the squad. Yes he is still developing as well. Drew isn't the only one that still needs time to develop. Drew H. needs time to learn the QB position and Romo needs time to be a better QB than he already is. That said, we should be even more impressed when you think about how little exposure Romo has had before "breaking out" this year. He had to wait behind the CH's and the QC's of the world before even getting off the practice squad for a year or two. Everyone seems to make a big fuss about getting real time experience but when has Romo gotten this "real game" time behing QC and CH?

Some say he is only a backup QB at best and some say he shouldn't even be a backup. However, my eyes see a QB that defies conventional logic of what a "franchise" QB should be and what "mold" he should fit all the while playing like it's no body's business.

Maybe the term "franchise" may make some feel better about their QB but sometimes you can find a rough diamond and I think this kid ROMO may just be the rock that indeed will shine in time.

Go Romo! Go Cowboys!

 

[Vertigo_17]

I think you need to get a grip. Your vertigo is affecting your judgement and your balance!

(sorry, i couldn't resisit!)

The point Fernando is that just because he beat out a QB who's been playing baseball, and has looked good vs. Bledsoe who's on the tail end of his career - doe not make him a top tier QB in this league.

The facts are he was an Undrafted Rookie Free Agent (32 teams passed on him through 7 rounds) and he may turn out to be a good backup QB (ala Jason Garrett), but let's stop with the QB of the future talk for now. Let's see him in a regular season game for 4 Quarters, against the first team defense, who's game planned for him all week long.

 

[Martice]

The point Fernando is that just because he beat out a QB who's been playing baseball, and has looked good vs. Bledsoe who's on the tail end of his career - doe not make him a top tier QB in this league.

The facts are he was an Undrafted Rookie Free Agent (32 teams passed on him through 7 rounds) and he may turn out to be a good backup QB (ala Jason Garrett), but let's stop with the QB of the future talk for now. Let's see him in a regular season game for 4 Quarters, against the first team defense, who's game planned for him all week long.

I hear you on that one. I wouldn't be suprised to see him struggle some if put on full duty. However, I would be suprised if he didn't show significant improvement over a short period of time while in that position.

Just my gutt.

 

[Ben_n_austin]

Wow!

I think that this question has been answered...

 

[Bob Sacamano]

good find