What beat writers are saying about Wentz, and a QB at 4 currently

[RS12]

Jon Machota: I don't think that that's gonna happen at all. I think Jerry on purpose - he was only out there for Wednesday - made it a point to go and talk to Carson Wentz after that practice was over. On the field ... where everybody could see ... allowed all of us to come up, including cameras running on it. I think he did that on purpose. I don't think they're taking a quarterback at four at all.

Kevin Sherrington: And why do you think that, Jon?

Jon Machota: I think because of what they saw out of these teams that made it to theconference championship games. They saw these older quarterbacks get there and they won because the defense is improved.

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[RS12]

Jon Machota: I think because of what they saw out of these teams that made it to theconference championship games. They saw these older quarterbacks get there and they won because the defense is improved.

Older QBs who actually, physically made it through the season. Cam isnt old.

 

[Alexander]

I have a feeling they might be accurate.

 

[Gaede]

CB is worst case scenario. There are good prospects in this draft, and I like them, but we have yet to draft a 1st Rd DB and seen our defense get any better

 

[hendog]

I would improve the defense with a couple of starter type FA acquisitions. Give me two of Janoris Jenkins, Danny Trevathan and or Malik Jackson. Grab a QB and fill out the rest in the draft.

 

[reddyuta]

Does Machota know that 3 QBs in the championship games were no 1 overall picks?. Probably not, his thinking is flawed to say the least.

 

[Risen Star]

I don't think they'll do it either, because it's the right thing to do and we have the worst front office in all of sports. I have great faith in their ability to always do the wrong thing.

But that won't stop me from banging the drum for the QB in an effort to avoid what's in our near future - being one of those teams that can't compete because they have no QB. It is a dreadful place to be.

Proactive is addressing this now by taking advantage of our positioning in this draft. Let the prospect sit and be groomed behind Romo for a hopefully near seamless transition when that day comes.

Reactive, which is what Jerry is because he has no clue what he's doing, is waiting until Romo is done, you're in a crisis and now desperate for any QB you can find. Not only are you more liable to reach for that QB but he probably has to play pretty soon because you just have nothing at the position. Your team's in a worse position and your new QB is in a worse position. But Go Cowboys.

I will hope for the best but expect the worst.

 

[Risen Star]

Does Machota know that 3 QBs in the championship games were no 1 overall picks?. Probably not, his thinking is flawed to say the least.

I think he just pulled that out of his read end. He doesn't think they'll take a QB high probably because he wouldn't and is looking for some kind of rational reason for it.

 

[WillieBeamen]

Man, if this team thinks a Linebacker or Corner is going to positively impact this team more than a future franchise QB, then we are doomed.

 

[texbumthelife]

Man, if this team thinks a Linebacker or Corner is going to positively impact this team more than a future franchise QB, then we are doomed.

Or they don't think any of the QB's available are franchise QB's...

 

[hendog]

Or they don't think any of the QB's available are franchise QB's...

That could be but if they do we need to take him

 

[texbumthelife]

That could be but if they do we need to take him

Agreed. I really don't like any of the QB's, so I don't have a preference. If they think any of the guys available are a future franchise QB though, then I agree they need to pull the trigger.

 

[WillieBeamen]

Or they don't think any of the QB's available are franchise QB's...

Thats not the reasoning Machota gave as to why they may not. He's alluding to the fact that these older QBs have elite defenses and that is a big reason why they made it that far.

We need to begin looking at the post Romo era, and we need to get a QB. We more than likely wont be picking this high as long as Romo starts a majority of the games, so we need to capitalize off of it.

 

[texbumthelife]

Thats not the reasoning Machota gave as to why they may not. He's alluding to the fact that these older QBs have elite defenses and that is a big reason why they made it that far.

We need to begin looking at the post Romo era, and we need to get a QB. We more than likely wont be picking this high as long as Romo starts a majority of the games, so we need to capitalize off of it.

I was responding to the post I quoted, not Machota.

In regards to Machota and your comment, we do need to start thinking long term about replacing Romo, but we certainly do no need to select a QB just to take one, regardless of where we are picking. It all comes down to how they evaluate the prospects.

 

[Zimmy Lives]

Jon Machota: I don't think that that's gonna happen at all. I think Jerry on purpose - he was only out there for Wednesday - made it a point to go and talk to Carson Wentz after that practice was over. On the field ... where everybody could see ... allowed all of us to come up, including cameras running on it. I think he did that on purpose. I don't think they're taking a quarterback at four at all.

Kevin Sherrington: And why do you think that, Jon?

Jon Machota: I think because of what they saw out of these teams that made it to theconference championship games. They saw these older quarterbacks get there and they won because the defense is improved.

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Yes, older QBs can win. What about injured QBs? If Jerry is gambling on Romo avoiding injury he's a much bigger fool than I thought.

There is no one defensive player in this draft that will impact a football game as well as Romo but Romo's availability is no guarantee. They need a backup plan (quality backup QB) and now is the time to strike while the opportunity is present, today and for the future.

Free agency can provide help on defense. With free agents and draft picks, they can impact the defense without taking a defensive player with the #4 pick.

 

[WillieBeamen]

I was responding to the post I quoted, not Machota.

In regards to Machota and your comment, we do need to start thinking long term about replacing Romo, but we certainly do no need to select a QB just to take one, regardless of where we are picking. It all comes down to how they evaluate the prospects.

With the front-office comments about Romo being able to play 4-5 more years and it not being a debate and its history of trying to emulate how other teams are successful, I wouldnt be suprised if they went defense with the first pick.

I think we all can agree that we do not want this team to draft a QB at 4 just to be taking one, but I honestly feel like what I mentioned above is going to be their reasoning for not picking a QB rather than the grade not being there.

 

[Floatyworm]

I have a feeling they might be accurate.

Yup...agree. The more I study these QBs...the more doubt I have about all of them. The only one out of this draft I want is Lynch...and he would be better suited to sit and watch for a year. Not that I have any confidence Wade Wilson is gonna teach him anything...Just being around the circus that is the Dallas Cowboys....that's gonna take some getting used to.

 

[texbumthelife]

With the front-office comments about Romo being able to play 4-5 more years and it not being a debate and its history of trying to emulate how other teams are successful, I wouldnt be suprised if they went defense with the first pick.

I think we all can agree that we do not want this team to draft a QB at 4 just to be taking one, but I honestly feel like what I mentioned above is going to be their reasoning for not picking a QB rather than the grade not being there.

I have a feeling that it's more likely that people use what you mentioned as an excuse or reason for bashing the front office when/if they don't take a QB.

 

[LandryFan]

I have a feeling that it's more likely that people use what you mentioned as an excuse or reason for bashing the front office when/if they don't take a QB.

This is true. There are going to be some happy people when a player or position they like is taken high, and there are going to be some unhappy people when their player or position is not taken. The truth is, none of us will know the real reason for a player being taken or not taken...you'll either be in agreement with them or not without truly knowing why. That's why I pretty much refrain from bashing...I don't have the real scoop on anything. On the other hand, I understand the frustration of those who do bash on occasion
(or all the time ). Won't do me any good to get all bent out of shape, so I don't. Besides, I'm getting old so I need to save all of my energy for mama .

 

[Alexander]

Yup...agree. The more I study these QBs...the more doubt I have about all of them.

The more I study Wentz and Goff and to a lesser extent Lynch, the more I like them.

I just do not think this team is ready to make that kind of impact decision.

They would much rather sit around in a delusional cloud, pretending Romo has three to five years more (not a damn debate, guys) and that signing some cast off high maintenance backup will suffice.