Romo is this team's Emmitt

[Doomsdayblitz]

During an interview in the mid-90s, Cowboys OG Nate Newton was asked what it was that made him the Pro-Bowl player that he was. Without hesitation, Newton said, "Emmitt Smith". "Before Emmitt joined the team, I was just another fat OG", Newton said. "It's so much easier to block for a running back with Emmitt's vision & ability. I only have to hold my block half as long as I used to, and he's by me."

Fast forward to 2006. For the umpteenth year, the Cowboys offensive line is a problem area. They are mediocre at best. Their immobile QB, Drew Bledsoe is getting sacked more per game than almost any QB in the NFL. Plus, the running game is average, so the opponent's defense just pins their ears back & go after Bledsoe. Of course, with all the heat he is facing, Bledsoe is throwing as many if not more interceptions as touchdowns.

Enter Tony Romo. He is much more mobile than Bledsoe, so he escapes many of the sacks Bledsoe was absorbing. He also has a quicker release. Suddenly, the offensive line also begins to block better for the running game, which gives Romo the added weapon of the play action passing. The offensive line that was a problem is a problem no longer. Can it be that simple?

 

[Clove]

I like the comparison.

 

[ZeroClub]

You are on to something. Not just about the OL play.

In many ways, Emmitt Smith was the second coming of Roger Staubach. Both were the engines of their offenses. Truly great football players with remarkable determination. They made their teammates better.

Maybe, just maybe, Romo brings some of that too. He is showing early signs of it.

 

[EMMITTnROY]

During an interview in the mid-90s, Cowboys OG Nate Newton was asked what it was that made him the Pro-Bowl player that he was. Without hesitation, Newton said, "Emmitt Smith". "Before Emmitt joined the team, I was just another fat OG", Newton said. "It's so much easier to block for a running back with Emmitt's vision & ability. I only have to hold my block half as long as I used to, and he's by me."

Fast forward to 2006. For the umpteenth year, the Cowboys offensive line is a problem area. They are mediocre at best. Their immobile QB, Drew Bledsoe is getting sacked more per game than almost any QB in the NFL. Plus, the running game is average, so the opponent's defense just pins their ears back & go after Bledsoe. Of course, with all the heat he is facing, Bledsoe is throwing as many if not more interceptions as touchdowns.

Enter Tony Romo. He is much more mobile than Bledsoe, so he escapes many of the sacks Bledsoe was absorbing. He also has a quicker release. Suddenly, the offensive line also begins to block better for the running game, which gives Romo the added weapon of the play action passing. The offensive line that was a problem is a problem no longer. Can it be that simple?

great post.. I agree..

 

[joseephuss]

Romo is the diamond amongst the trash?

 

[tyke1doe]

During an interview in the mid-90s, Cowboys OG Nate Newton was asked what it was that made him the Pro-Bowl player that he was. Without hesitation, Newton said, "Emmitt Smith". "Before Emmitt joined the team, I was just another fat OG", Newton said. "It's so much easier to block for a running back with Emmitt's vision & ability. I only have to hold my block half as long as I used to, and he's by me."

Fast forward to 2006. For the umpteenth year, the Cowboys offensive line is a problem area. They are mediocre at best. Their immobile QB, Drew Bledsoe is getting sacked more per game than almost any QB in the NFL. Plus, the running game is average, so the opponent's defense just pins their ears back & go after Bledsoe. Of course, with all the heat he is facing, Bledsoe is throwing as many if not more interceptions as touchdowns.

Enter Tony Romo. He is much more mobile than Bledsoe, so he escapes many of the sacks Bledsoe was absorbing. He also has a quicker release. Suddenly, the offensive line also begins to block better for the running game, which gives Romo the added weapon of the play action passing. The offensive line that was a problem is a problem no longer. Can it be that simple?

:clap2:

I've made this observation also. In fact, I heard Tim Brown (or was it Eddie George) say that the Cowboys have a "formidable" offensive line.



The line got better when Romo got the start. Of course, if Romo wins a Super Bowl we'll be hearing, just like we do about Emmitt, that his line and his weapons at the tight end and receiver positions made him a winning quarterback.

 

[jay cee]

You are on to something. Not just about the OL play.

In many ways, Emmitt Smith was the second coming of Roger Staubach. Both were the engines of their offenses. Truly great football players with remarkable determination. They made their teammates better.

Maybe, just maybe, Romo brings some of that too. He is showing early signs of it.

I love the comparison. That's just the way I see it. Staubach to Emmitt to (hopefully) Romo. The men who drove the Cowboys to greatness during their era.

 

[Number82]

You are on to something. Not just about the OL play.

In many ways, Emmitt Smith was the second coming of Roger Staubach. Both were the engines of their offenses. Truly great football players with remarkable determination. They made their teammates better.

Maybe, just maybe, Romo brings some of that too. He is showing early signs of it.

I'm going to disagree. The 'boys of the 90's were good because of Irvin. Troy was my favorite, Emmitt was the greatest ever, but I'd compare Romo to Irvin. He was the heart of that team. Romo is very similar. He's a leader, wants the ball with the game on the line, and confident bordering cocky.

I like the comparison this topic was started for as it pertains to the O-line. But as for the heart of this squad, Romo is our new Irvin.

 

[MONT17]

I just dont think any of these OL will amke the probowl... I dont care how many SB Romo wins!!!

 

[Clove]

I just dont think any of these OL will amke the probowl... I dont care how many SB Romo wins!!!

2 things will keep us from the Super bowl.

1. Oline
2. Passrush

Fix these, we are a dynasty. Book it!

 

[the kid 05]

whos our aikman and irvin?

 

[Clove]

whos our aikman and irvin?

Barber and TO. That's all I could think of.

 

[the kid 05]

Barber and TO. That's all I could think of.

:laugh2: which ones the slow white guy?

 

[Clove]

:laugh2: which ones the slow white guy?

Barber