Twitter: Tony Romo writes message about Marion Barber III

[Buzzbait]

Very classy

Romo was always a class act guy.

 

[America's Cowboy]

MBIII gave his whole body and mind up for this game of football. Sadly, it cost him his life. I hope the NFL compensates his family in some way for MBIII's so very early loss of life.

 

[Runwildboys]

You know it’s crazy because i see all these tributes on TV and online but everyone is avoiding a topic that should be discussed. He was one of the most violent runners I’ve witnessed. Maybe people are waiting for the autopsy to have this discussion…..

It seems unlikely that they're just giving his family time to grieve before they start debating and speculating, but I'm sure the focus will turn to that soon enough.

 

[starfan1]

Heartfelt message from Tony . Class act from Tony RIP MB3

 

[Flamma]

I hope his family has his body checked for CTE
I think watching him most of us think that had to be a major factor. But mental illness effects so many who never play the game at all. I’d like to know but the family may feel differently and what ever they want is what should be done
He was a joy to watch and it’s just so sad to see his life end so young
Nothing you said should get you banned
I think most are thinking the same thing
I’d just love to know for sure because mental illness is such a serious problem in our society

From what I've heard, the family is going to honor his request to NOT donate his brain for CTE research.

 

[DallasEast]

 

[terra]

It could have been CTE, but when you see the hundreds of thousands of men who have played Pro Football over the near century of the NFL it seems clear that CTE is NOT as prevalent as some claim.

Its like in boxing; which in some ways is worse since no helmet to resist all the blows to the head. Many boxers live to a good age with no problems there.

That is not to say that it is NOT a problem because of course it is. Just not as big a problem as some want to believe.

The fact is that many more people have mental problems then ever played a violent sport or got hit in the head.

MBIII played football old school. Which means he gave it all in every play and left it all on the field. For him that seems to have been enough. I think it should be enough for every fan that he did.

 

[VaqueroTD]

It could have been CTE, but when you see the hundreds of thousands of men who have played Pro Football over the near century of the NFL it seems clear that CTE is NOT as prevalent as some claim.

Its like in boxing; which in some ways is worse since no helmet to resist all the blows to the head. Many boxers live to a good age with no problems there.

That is not to say that it is NOT a problem because of course it is. Just not as big a problem as some want to believe.

The fact is that many more people have mental problems then ever played a violent sport or got hit in the head.

MBIII played football old school. Which means he gave it all in every play and left it all on the field. For him that seems to have been enough. I think it should be enough for every fan that he did.

 

[Red Dragon]

You know it’s crazy because i see all these tributes on TV and online but everyone is avoiding a topic that should be discussed. He was one of the most violent runners I’ve witnessed. Maybe people are waiting for the autopsy to have this discussion…..

This is why I did NOT enjoy watching Barber play. When he would lower his helmet into defenders, others cheered but I cringed, thinking of what he was doing to his brain. I didn't like it at all.

I wouldn't be surprised if Roy Williams (safety) ends up the same way. He often speared ballcarriers with his head, too.

 

[VaqueroTD]

This is why I did NOT enjoy watching Barber play. When he would lower his helmet into defenders, others cheered but I cringed, thinking of what he was doing to his brain. I didn't like it at all.

I wouldn't be surprised if Roy Williams (safety) ends up the same way. He often speared ballcarriers with his head, too.

Nah. 31 is fine. Still see him at OU stuff. MB3 was on an obvious quick destruction path. Wish one of his old teammates could have saved him.

 

[fredp22]

curious-anyone know if this was CTE? his running style suggests it may have been.

 

[conner01]

From what I've heard, the family is going to honor his request to NOT donate his brain for CTE research.

Hadn’t heard that
But if it was his decision I sure understand it

 

[khiladi]

I hope his family has his body checked for CTE
I think watching him most of us think that had to be a major factor. But mental illness effects so many who never play the game at all. I’d like to know but the family may feel differently and what ever they want is what should be done
He was a joy to watch and it’s just so sad to see his life end so young
Nothing you said should get you banned
I think most are thinking the same thing
I’d just love to know for sure because mental illness is such a serious problem in our society

1. They aren’t donating it, as he didn’t want it donated per his will.

2. Family said it was a moot point anyways, as per the coroner. The extent of decomposition ruled out the possibility of analysis.

 

[WTtoolman]

I think one thing that can make a good player great is heart. He played with so much heart and desire
As you said he gave it everything on every play and was such a pleasure to watch

Definitely my favorite of that era.

 

[Motorola]

I'm glad Romo took his time and composed a well thought out tribute. MB III was one of the most talented teammates of Romo's era so I know those words were heartfelt. Barber touched us as fans. Imagine how the guys who played with and coached him must feel. Well said, Romo.

From the many, many CZ members - plus fans on other Cowboys websites- expressing their emotions and sentiments about Marion Barber's passing & for his pro football career....it also at this time of immense sorrow a solace for former teammates totake time to reveal his remeberances and thoughts.
CBS' first late Sunday afternoon/national game broadcast is week two - Dallas hosting Cincinnati.
I have no doubt Tony will talk about Marion during the game.

 

[zrinkill]

Classy as usual

 

[conner01]

1. They aren’t donating it, as he didn’t want it donated per his will.

2. Family said it was a moot point anyways, as per the coroner. The extent of decomposition ruled out the possibility of analysis.

I read he didn’t want it donated today
It was his choice so that’s what should have been done, decomp aside

 

[fredp22]

It could have been CTE, but when you see the hundreds of thousands of men who have played Pro Football over the near century of the NFL it seems clear that CTE is NOT as prevalent as some claim.

Its like in boxing; which in some ways is worse since no helmet to resist all the blows to the head. Many boxers live to a good age with no problems there.

That is not to say that it is NOT a problem because of course it is. Just not as big a problem as some want to believe.

The fact is that many more people have mental problems then ever played a violent sport or got hit in the head.

MBIII played football old school. Which means he gave it all in every play and left it all on the field. For him that seems to have been enough. I think it should be enough for every fan that he did.

????
I'm sorry I really have to disagree. I lived in San Diego area and remember reading about Junior Seau's decline as stories kept coming out until he killed himself. Dorsett is very open about how bad it is.
CTE in no way should be looked at or accepted as part of the cost to play.
look at this list and tell me it should be ignored as a concern (keep scrolling down on the page)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_NFL_players_with_chronic_traumatic_encephalopathy

 

[Motorola]

From the many, many CZ members - plus fans on other Cowboys websites- expressing their emotions and sentiments about Marion Barber's passing & for his pro football career....it also at this time of immense sorrow a solace for former teammates totake time to reveal his remeberances and thoughts.
CBS' first late Sunday afternoon/national game broadcast is week two - Dallas hosting Cincinnati.
I have no doubt Tony will talk about Marion during the game.

Excuse my typos ( totake' - 'remeberances') - will do better proofreading in the future.

 

[G2]

That's too young, there needs to be more awareness.