Pick a QB scenario

[Elusive6thRing]

Also if Seattle has such a great defense I don't know why people thing Tony can survive that. They knocked him out in the pre-season.

This

 

[Kevinicus]

Here's the scenario:

Dallas has two more games, and are fully healthy. Sunday, they will play Seattle for the NFC Championship. Next Sunday, they'll play New England in the Super Bowl.

Does 2016 Dak Prescott or 2014 Tony Romo give you the best chance at that sixth title?

What an interestingly complex and baffling scenario in Dallas. Is it full Dak ahead? Or is Romo still that guy? Two terrific quarterbacks that give you two very different skillsets at this date and time.

And to think, just 12 months ago, there was no present and no future at that position. Now, there's a plethora of both. Dak is unquestionably the future, while Romo is possibly still the present.

I like being a Cowboys fan right now.

Uh der der...Romo. Do I get to graduate and move on to Kindergarten now?

 

[Sarge]

It doesn't matter. We know who our QB is moving forward. The issue is essentially dead barring an injury.

 

[erod]

It doesn't matter. We know who our QB is moving forward. The issue is essentially dead barring an injury.

So are your Super Bowl hopes for this year. Unless Tom Brady and the entire Seattle defense go down with injuries, the only chance against those teams is with Romo.

 

[erod]

Also if Seattle has such a great defense I don't know why people thing Tony can survive that. They knocked him out in the pre-season.

That is true, but Romo is your only chance to beat them. They will tie Prescott in knots.

 

[65fastback2plus2]

There are zero situations where I want a dink and dunk rookie against Seattle or Belichick's defense. He will get his pants pulled down on national TV like every other rookie in the history of the NFL who tried to win a Super Bowl.

Unfortunately, how much better is a Romo who hasn't played in a year going to be thrown in at the last minute? Now Romo's pants will get pulled down. At this time it's best going with the players who have actually been, well, playing.

Why do all QB's have to be naked in your post? lol

 

[Sarge]

So are your Super Bowl hopes for this year. Unless Tom Brady and the entire Seattle defense go down with injuries, the only chance against those teams is with Romo.

So are your Super Bowl hopes for this year. Unless Tom Brady and the entire Seattle defense go down with injuries, the only chance against those teams is with Romo.

Maybe I'm right and maybe you're wrong, it doesn't matter. I'm enjoying this ride.

 

[Doomsday101]

You dance with the one who brought you to the dance.

 

[erod]

Maybe I'm right and maybe you're wrong, it doesn't matter. I'm enjoying this ride.

Oh, I am, too. I just wish Dak could glean Romo vitamins for another two years, then wreak havoc on the NFL like a tyrant.

 

[TellerMorrow34]

2014 Tony Romo gives you a better QB, overall, to play in those games but what Dak is doing this year is pretty dang special. I wouldn't count him out in either game.

 

[mrmojo]

Dak's passed every test so far, so we will see going forward, I'm not worried. Didn't expect this record, even with Romo, before the season, so whatever happens, happens and I'm just gonna go with the flow.

 

[PA Cowboy Fan]

That is true, but Romo is your only chance to beat them. They will tie Prescott in knots.

I don't think he is the only chance. I have faith in Dak.

 

[DandyDon52]

I'm just asking which QB is better equipped to beat Seattle and New England in back-to-back weeks.

Well that is something we could talk about after game 16.
We need to see more of dak, and right now we dont know how good tony would play, he is going to be rusty.
It is hard to come in and play a fast game , not having played all year.
Tony is a ? right now and will be till he actually plays.

 

[erod]

Well that is something we could talk about after game 16.
We need to see more of dak, and right now we dont know how good tony would play, he is going to be rusty.
It is hard to come in and play a fast game , not having played all year.
Tony is a ? right now and will be till he actually plays.

Exactly.

I know it appears the QB situation is settled. But it's not settled. If things go bad, that ain't Mark Sanchez on the sideline anymore.

 

[DandyDon52]

Dak's passed every test so far, so we will see going forward, I'm not worried. Didn't expect this record, even with Romo, before the season, so whatever happens, happens and I'm just gonna go with the flow.

he has and has played better late in games, when it matters most.
Question is can he keep doing that?
every game has been a test for dak and he has passed each test.

It will be wild here if and when he finally loses another game.

I want to see him win 9 or 10 in a row, hope he can do that.

 

[DandyDon52]

Exactly.

I know it appears the QB situation is settled. But it's not settled. If things go bad, that ain't Mark Sanchez on the sideline anymore.

What do you mean by that?
I think the whole idea is dak no longer has to worry he would be pulled if he loses or has a bad game.

I dont think he will suddenly lose 2 or 3 in a row.
So like any qb he would have to do badly for several games.
Just like if it was romo starting, he would have to do bad over a period to be replaced.

I think it is settled and mainly only if dak is hurt or banged up will romo come in, and then he gets his chance to shine.
but they might go right back to dak the next game if he is ok.

 

[Verdict]

I'll play devil's advocate on each one:
1. Dak didn't run the read option against Pittsburgh once. That's overstated, but I do get the mobility angle to run for first downs. That's in his favor. Romo's pre-snap abilities can't possibly be understated.
2. Romo threw 34 touchdowns and only 9 interceptions in 2014. He should have been the MVP. Dak takes almost no chances, and that won't beat Seattle or New England. You have to let it go.
3. Agree. But they love Romo, too. Especially the veterans.
4. I'm not talking about Baltimore. I'm talking about beating the best two teams, including one with a SUPREME defense, and one with an offense that will light up our defense like a Christmas tree.
5. This assumes Romo can stay upright. There's not a decision if he's hurt. Dak can get hurt, too, by the way.

Regarding #2 above, I struggle with evaluating the accuracy of this statement. Part of me wants to agree with it. I think it can be partly right as a general theory. On the other hand, Dak sure seems to take very good care of the ball and has done a great job of limiting turnovers. If you win the turnover battle you will win most games.

 

[Kevinicus]

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First it was wait until we play Cincinnati and then GB. Dak has passed all the tests. The Cowboys have been scoring pretty well. As for NE if we meet it will be in the SB. Everything is on the table for that game. Romo will be available if he's needed. Don't really think he will be because I have confidence in Dak.

He has not passed all the tests. Maybe if your test was what the TEAM did is your test, but that is a poor test IMO.

He has generally faired poorly IMO when tested in important ways.

 

[CapnB]

Give me 2014 Romo all day every day and it isnt close.