Trey Lance trade does nothing much for me personally

[Blitzen]

This Trey Lance trade does nothing much for me personally. It seems like a marketing ploy wrapped up in the typical dysfunctional front office. If Mike McCarthy was not consulted before this move, it shows dysfunction within team leadership.

The pick is a pretty reasonable pick for a QB with plenty of physical tools to play the position. Lance could take years to develop into an actual NFL QB. Aaron Rodgers and Tony Romo rode the bench for 3 years and Lance has had to battle lots of injuries thus far further slowing development. The biggest downside that others have mentioned is the guaranteed roster spot this season. Perhaps he gets “injured” in practice and then goes on injured reserve?

If he turns out to be nothing, at least it will be for a mid round pick instead of multiple first and mid rounders on non impactful wide receivers. This move can just barely negatively affect this season-and the same with next season. The potential upside is unproven-no matter how certain a poster is about Lance’s future abilities.

 

[jazzcat22]

Pretty sure it was a team decision.
Only the fans love to blame Jerry for everything, or in this case a few give him credit, which is still rare. Funny how some are now saying MM was not on board.

This trade does nothing for the fans personally except to discuss it. And in the usual manner on here.

Marketing ploy?

It was a good trade all the way around for a variety of reasons. Fans need to accept that.

 

[KJJ]

It came down to the Cowboys liking the odds that Trey Lance could develop into a solid NFL QB better than they would a QB they drafted in the fourth round.

 

[CWR]

This Trey Lance trade does nothing much for me personally. It seems like a marketing ploy wrapped up in the typical dysfunctional front office. If Mike McCarthy was not consulted before this move, it shows dysfunction within team leadership.

The pick is a pretty reasonable pick for a QB with plenty of physical tools to play the position. Lance could take years to develop into an actual NFL QB. Aaron Rodgers and Tony Romo rode the bench for 3 years and Lance has had to battle lots of injuries thus far further slowing development. The biggest downside that others have mentioned is the guaranteed roster spot this season. Perhaps he gets “injured” in practice and then goes on injured reserve?

If he turns out to be nothing, at least it will be for a mid round pick instead of multiple first and mid rounders on non impactful wide receivers. This move can just barely negatively affect this season-and the same with next season. The potential upside is unproven-no matter how certain a poster is about Lance’s future abilities.

I'm not sure how it works but the league did make a change. I believe you can keep a third qb without having to place him on the active roster, or something to that extent. Some enlightened poster will come along and clarify.

EDIT: The NFL implemented a revised third quarterback rule for the 2023 NFL season in response to the 49ers sustaining injuries to both of their active quarterbacks in the NFC Championship Game. The third quarterback can be placed on an inactive roster spot where he would not use a spot on the 53 player active roster.

 

[DandyDon52]

This Trey Lance trade does nothing much for me personally. It seems like a marketing ploy wrapped up in the typical dysfunctional front office. If Mike McCarthy was not consulted before this move, it shows dysfunction within team leadership.

The pick is a pretty reasonable pick for a QB with plenty of physical tools to play the position. Lance could take years to develop into an actual NFL QB. Aaron Rodgers and Tony Romo rode the bench for 3 years and Lance has had to battle lots of injuries thus far further slowing development. The biggest downside that others have mentioned is the guaranteed roster spot this season. Perhaps he gets “injured” in practice and then goes on injured reserve?

If he turns out to be nothing, at least it will be for a mid round pick instead of multiple first and mid rounders on non impactful wide receivers. This move can just barely negatively affect this season-and the same with next season. The potential upside is unproven-no matter how certain a poster is about Lance’s future abilities.

his main attribute seems to be getting injured ! lol
I was shocked by how little he played in HS, college, and now nfl.
He has very little actual playing experience.

To me it was a bizarre trade, I know jerry loves to acquire former 1st round picks, thinking he can somehow make them into a great player,
but they have all been busts.

I think it was too much for a #2 bkup qb, and I dont think he will be good enough for years to take over as a # 1 , and replace dak.

Add to that , rush was 4-1 last year losing only to the nfc champ, so where does this leave rush?
do they think lance can do better than rush??
So what good does it do?

 

[Bobhaze]

IMO the Lance trade is a very reasonable gamble on a guy with big upside but not a lot of NFL accomplishments yet.

I personally believe all trades cannot be judged as good or bad until at least a couple of years have gone by and we see what effect the trade had on the team’s accomplishments.

Look at the famous T.O. trade. He certainly had great talent and stats and built a good rapport with Romo. But the bottom line for me and the TO trade is this: We had a talented roster yet won zero playoff games in 3 yrs with him on the team. So for me that trade was MEH.

 

[Blitzen]

Pretty sure it was a team decision.
Only the fans love to blame Jerry for everything, or in this case a few give him credit, which is still rare. Funny how some are now saying MM was not on board.

This trade does nothing for the fans personally except to discuss it. And in the usual manner on here.

Marketing ploy?

It was a good trade all the way around for a variety of reasons. Fans need to accept that.

I mean that Jones sees it as a win win. Let’s say that Lance sucks and never amounts to anything or makes it to backup status. All the media attention that it has already garnered is a home run in marketing. If Lance turns out to be great, the marketing bonanza gets even better-plus you get a great QB. I don’t think he sees a negative in the deal at all. That’s why I see it as a bit of a ploy.

 

[Dallasfann]

The OPs opinion on football does nothing for me.

 

[john van brocklin]

IMO the Lance trade is a very reasonable gamble on a guy with big upside but not a lot of NFL accomplishments yet.

I personally believe all trades cannot be judged as good or bad until at least a couple of years have gone by and we see what effect the trade had on the team’s accomplishments.

Look at the famous T.O. trade. He certainly had great talent and stats and built a good rapport with Romo. But the bottom line for me and the TO trade is this: We had a talented roster yet won zero playoff games in 3 yrs with him on the team. So for me that trade was MEH.

Bob, I believe TO was a free agent signing and not a trade?

 

[CowboyFrog]

They were not going to spend a 1st round pick on a QB while Dak is still able to play, if you have been a poster asking for flyers on QB's this one is about as good as it gets... again best case scneario he plants Rush as QB2 then in 2 to 3 years can replace an aging Dak.. worst case you have to be reminded we sent a 4th round pick for the player your cursing during a pre season game.....

 

[big dog cowboy]

It seems like a marketing ploy

 

[shabazz]

It was a good trade all the way around for a variety of reasons. Fans need to accept that.

One of the top quarterback gurus and developers in the history of the league pronounced Lance unfixable…..fans need to accept that

 

[Jimbo123]

I'm not sure how it works but the league did make a change. I believe you can keep a third qb without having to place him on the active roster, or something to that extent. Some enlightened poster will come along and clarify.

EDIT: The NFL implemented a revised third quarterback rule for the 2023 NFL season in response to the 49ers sustaining injuries to both of their active quarterbacks in the NFC Championship Game. The third quarterback can be placed on an inactive roster spot where he would not use a spot on the 53 player active roster.

Your edit is wrong. He has to be on the 53 man roster but he doesn't have to be on the 48 game day roster.

 

[Bobhaze]

Bob, I believe TO was a free agent signing and not a trade?

You’re right! My mistake.

 

[TwistedL0g1k]

The risk/reward trade-off is very favorable for Dallas. It's a good gamble, whether of not it pays off.

 

[Vtwin]

Pretty sure it was a team decision.
Only the fans love to blame Jerry for everything, or in this case a few give him credit, which is still rare. Funny how some are now saying MM was not on board.

This trade does nothing for the fans personally except to discuss it. And in the usual manner on here.

Marketing ploy?

It was a good trade all the way around for a variety of reasons. Fans need to accept that.

I'm confused. I thought I watched Jerry himself say it was a quick decision and no consulting was done with McCarthy, or anyone.

I haven't heard McCarthy weigh in so I don't know if he is on board or not. Really, though... what's he going to say if asked.

Were you not aware of Jerry's explanation, or are you saying he is lying?

 

[jazzcat22]

One of the top quarterback gurus and developers in the history of the league pronounced Lance unfixable…..fans need to accept that

Sometimes, often more than people will admit, gurus get it wrong also.

 

[jazzcat22]

I'm confused. I thought I watched Jerry himself say it was a quick decision and no consulting was done with McCarthy, or anyone.

I haven't heard McCarthy weigh in so I don't know if he is on board or not. Really, though... what's he going to say if asked.

Were you not aware of Jerry's explanation, or are you saying he is lying?

I am saying it is Jerry. Snake oil salesman talk.

 

[Vtwin]

I am saying it is Jerry. Snake oil salesman talk.

Just to be clear. You are saying Jerry flat out lied to a group of reporters about consulting the HC before making this trade?

No snake oil talk please. A simple yes or no would suffice.

 

[baltcowboy]

This Trey Lance trade does nothing much for me personally. It seems like a marketing ploy wrapped up in the typical dysfunctional front office. If Mike McCarthy was not consulted before this move, it shows dysfunction within team leadership.

The pick is a pretty reasonable pick for a QB with plenty of physical tools to play the position. Lance could take years to develop into an actual NFL QB. Aaron Rodgers and Tony Romo rode the bench for 3 years and Lance has had to battle lots of injuries thus far further slowing development. The biggest downside that others have mentioned is the guaranteed roster spot this season. Perhaps he gets “injured” in practice and then goes on injured reserve?

If he turns out to be nothing, at least it will be for a mid round pick instead of multiple first and mid rounders on non impactful wide receivers. This move can just barely negatively affect this season-and the same with next season. The potential upside is unproven-no matter how certain a poster is about Lance’s future abilities.

Marketing ploy? It was Wildcat Jerrah. He was hoping to strike some oil. Remember he was willing give up a second and third for quarterback from Memphis in 2016. A 4th round pick is nothing for a 23 year old high trait’s player.

I agree it will get the masses talking about the Cowboys Monday morning. Jerrah is the best at getting some attention.