My thoughts 4-1

[LatinMind]

When we had a similarly built team in 2014, Romo was in the running for league MVP.

I'm all for playing Dak until he falters, but Romo has shown how he can perform in similar circumstances. If he's healthy in a few weeks and Dak is still playing like he's been then we should feel extremely fortunate to have two quarterbacks who've shown they can win with a strong running game and suspect defense (which has had a good couple of games).

I don't believe in making a change while you're winning, but I'll certainly have no problem if we turn to Romo if Dak hits a slump. Right now, I'm just amazed by how well he's playing and hope he can keep it up. It's hard to believe we could return to our 2014 success without Romo, but it's been impressive that Prescott could step in for him and the team not miss a beat.

when you have a smart player wether its a rookie that takes care of the ball, ur ahead of the curve.

 

[Tabascocat]

Everyone keeps reverting back to 2014. Yes, Romo was great that season but we are talking two years later here and he has barely played any football since then coupled with a few injuries.

Is it logical to think that Tony has that same success when he does return? I am very skeptical now. His body is breaking down even though his mind is willing.

It is too risky IMO to just insert him as starter, wait until it is absolutely needed.

 

[Kaiser]

I agree that Dak is playing well by executing the offense but I think the fact he is spreading the ball around has everything to do with Linehan and nothing to do with Dez Bryant. In the games where Dez was healthy he got 12 targets against the Commanders and 6 against the Bears. Its hard to say Dak is taking balls away from Dez when Dez leads the team in targets in the games he played in.

 

[LatinMind]

I agree that Dak is playing well by executing the offense but I think the fact he is spreading the ball around has everything to do with Linehan and nothing to do with Dez Bryant. In the games where Dez was healthy he got 12 targets against the Commanders and 6 against the Bears. Its hard to say Dak is taking balls away from Dez when Dez leads the team in targets in the games he played in.

i just like the fact that the offense isnt dependent on Dez as it was in previous yrs.

 

[gimmesix]

Everyone keeps reverting back to 2014. Yes, Romo was great that season but we are talking two years later here and he has barely played any football since then coupled with a few injuries.

Is it logical to think that Tony has that same success when he does return? I am very skeptical now. His body is breaking down even though his mind is willing.

It is too risky IMO to just insert him as starter, wait until it is absolutely needed.

That is the question and I certainly wouldn't bring him back prematurely. I know the Philly game has been mentioned as a possibility, but if we're still rolling with Prescott in there, I'd probably wait at least a couple more weeks before making any kind of decision.

There's no reason to rush if we're winning.

I still think the easiest transition would be to wait until Prescott shows any signs of struggling in a game and then insert Romo. If he saves the day, then everyone's back on his side. If he doesn't, then fewer fans will blame him for the loss since we were behind when he came in.

We're certain to have another game like San Fran where we fall behind early and Prescott starts off a little shaky, so that's when you run out Romo to save the day.

 

[Hoov]

- Romo is a better quarterback than Dak. But I'm with most of you all. I don't see how you sit him even when Romo is ready. He brings an intangible to this team I haven't seen since Aikman. I get the feeling that he elevates the entire offense. He uses ALL of his receivers, so much so that Dez Bryant is an afterthought.
The Romo era brought excitement, and I believe he could pull a rabbit out of a hat when you needed one. But I also felt he would always do something or something would go wrong on the offense, and we'd lose the game. I don't have that feeling with Dak. Now, granted, Dak is still learning, and he's going to have some bad games. All quarterbacks do. But he is as impressive as ever. I stand amazed every time he plays. He so poised, and he runs the offense with efficiency. And he gives us a running option at quarterback.
I'm surprised you didn't mention how Dak has thrown ZERO interceptions. That's huge.
- Mo is doing great. However, we weren't running man coverage today. We were in zone coverage, and the way we were playing took Green out of the game.
- Where was Malik Collins today? Did he play?

I agree with this. Even though romo is the much more experienced player I think most of us if we are honest will say that watching romo play can be nerve wracking. Almost everytime he starts changing up the play at last minute I feel that something bad is about to happen and when they are in a groove and all of a sudden things look hectic pre snap I feel the same way.

And sometimes he does get a big play out of it and sometimes it is a sack, fumble or broken play that puts the team in bad down and distance. Which is why the team would put up yards in big chunks and then stall out (except 2014 year where they were fairly consistent).

The difference is when Dak is in there I feel so assured that he has things under control.

I think Dak is a QB that gets everyone focused and has them playing relaxed. So that his teamates then elevated their own level of play. I think Romo is a great individual player but somehow the offense seems more eratic with him driving it.

Its like a great point guard that scores a ton of points and leads their leaugue in several categories, but the team isnt playing as well and balanced as they do with another point guard who scores fewer points individually but the team plays better and more cohesive.

 

[Hoov]

i just like the fact that the offense isnt dependent on Dez as it was in previous yrs.

or witten

 

[Hoov]

What happens if someone offers us a first rounder to trade Romo mid season. Like Denver. That would be interesting even with a late round 1st rounder it helps build a young team around last few years draft. I think they will keep Romo on the sideline until Dak stumbles then insert Romo like Denver inserted manning last year in the playoffs. No controversy then.

would take it - a first round pick and salary cap relief ?

 

[Doc50]

I agree with this. Even though romo is the much more experienced player I think most of us if we are honest will say that watching romo play can be nerve wracking. Almost everytime he starts changing up the play at last minute I feel that something bad is about to happen and when they are in a groove and all of a sudden things look hectic pre snap I feel the same way.

And sometimes he does get a big play out of it and sometimes it is a sack, fumble or broken play that puts the team in bad down and distance. Which is why the team would put up yards in big chunks and then stall out (except 2014 year where they were fairly consistent).

The difference is when Dak is in there I feel so assured that he has things under control.

I think Dak is a QB that gets everyone focused and has them playing relaxed. So that his teamates then elevated their own level of play. I think Romo is a great individual player but somehow the offense seems more eratic with him driving it.

Its like a great point guard that scores a ton of points and leads their leaugue in several categories, but the team isnt playing as well and balanced as they do with another point guard who scores fewer points individually but the team plays better and more cohesive.

My mind is changing on this, given recent success.

It occurs to me that Romo's understanding of defensive looks and nuanced offensive changes is not only above Prescott's head, but may at times be confusing to the rest of the offense. Tony might be keeping his own O off balance as well as the D. Possibly, what we're seeing is a slightly simplified and more straight-forward scheme that everyone else besides Dak is more comfortable with, too.

Maybe the smoke and mirrors are no longer needed, and will cause as much harm as good.

Also, there's no question that Tony is a step slower.

If Dak leads the team to a win next week, he may have essentially won the QB job. (strange to think of that)

 

[Hoov]

My mind is changing on this, given recent success.

It occurs to me that Romo's understanding of defensive looks and nuanced offensive changes is not only above Prescott's head, but may at times be confusing to the rest of the offense. Tony might be keeping his own O off balance as well as the D. Possibly, what we're seeing is a slightly simplified and more straight-forward scheme that everyone else besides Dak is more comfortable with, too.

Maybe the smoke and mirrors are no longer needed, and will cause as much harm as good.

Also, there's no question that Tony is a step slower.

If Dak leads the team to a win next week, he may have essentially won the QB job. (strange to think of that)

I do agree that Tony may be making more adjustments than the rest of the O can keep up with and be on the same page with him. I also think there is sometimes the problem of getting "too cute" with the play changing and getting caught up with overthinking things. I think this happens to Rodgers and some others that are "masters" of figuring out the defense at times too.