Will Romo run for TD or 1st Down when needed?

[etw926]

We liked you better in 2014, you were a lot more... quiet.

 

[superonyx]

There are many good arguments for sticking with Dak, but Tony's running ability is a weak one.
Dak adds a deminsion that Tony doesn't but Tony adds abilities Dak doesn't
To me the best argument for sticking with Dak is we are winning and the offense is clicking. But then again I can support one player without bashing another

Imagine that....a fan who actually supports his team and all the players on the team.

Didn't you know you are not allowed to do that around here? Some trolls will start getting really uncomfortable if they don't have anyone to argue with.

But your point is spot on. They both bring something different to the game than the other. We know Tony can carry the team through the air even if the running game isn't clicking. Dak is a threat on bootlegs and play actions. We don't know if Dak can turn into a Drew Brees in needed to...we know Tony can. But Tony can also turn into the ugly Favre at times and Dak won't. So each has strengths and we are lucky to have this problem.

 

[conner01]

Imagine that....a fan who actually supports his team and all the players on the team.

Didn't you know you are not allowed to do that around here? Some trolls will start getting really uncomfortable if they don't have anyone to argue with.

But your point is spot on. They both bring something different to the game than the other. We know Tony can carry the team through the air even if the running game isn't clicking. Dak is a threat on bootlegs and play actions. We don't know if Dak can turn into a Drew Brees in needed to...we know Tony can. But Tony can also turn into the ugly Favre at times and Dak won't. So each has strengths and we are lucky to have this problem.

Exactly
At least for the rest of this year we are going to have a very capable qb sitting on the bench. Who starts is a decision that will need to be made in a couple weeks. Personally I would leave Dak in and keep the chemistry the same. But there may very well be a time we need the backup and I sure feel confident about the backup for the first time in a long time

 

[DFWJC]

There are many good arguments for sticking with Dak, but Tony's running ability is a weak one.
Dak adds a deminsion that Tony doesn't but Tony adds abilities Dak doesn't
To me the best argument for sticking with Dak is we are winning and the offense is clicking. But then again I can support one player without bashing another

lol...exactly

 

[goshan]

1. Romo definitely used to be more evasive than Dak in the pocket. Not sure he still is. Dak doesn't do a lot of sudden movements for sure so he isn't overly evasive, but his straight line speed is pretty good and he is big bodied, which makes him hard to bring down.
2. Offensive Versatility with Dak has impressed me. Linehan has really come alive and seems to know how to leverage Dak's strengths.
3. I am sure Romo would run a little bit with a wide open field, but the guy has always been slow, and is now even slower so I don't think we want him doing that very often. I don't see all the boot leg plays having the same affect wit Romo as the threat isn't there.
4. I would plan to play Dak the next two games, at that time make an assessment and continue to assess as the season progresses. I don't think we will hear anymore talk from Managemrnt or coaching about either QB starting for rest of season. Will be assessed week by week.

 

[THEHEREAFTER]

I agree with Tony being very "evasive." He's very nimble in the pocket. When a rusher is attacking his blind side, his backwards spin left to buy more time almost ALWAYS results in a big play. Tony is a really good QB. Unfortunately he presents such a "target" for defenses. He's agile but Dak is so much more mobile and stronger. For as much experience as Tony brings, Dak presents a lot of creativity and discipline in the playcalling. His threat on the option or boot is really helping Zeke.

I'm a little bit surprised that some are treating Tony's return as a foregone conclusion even at 6-1/7-1. I really don't see Tony just being inserted as the starter. I think he'll be brought along VERY slowly given that there's absolutely no need whatsoever to rush him. Eventually as Dak further cements his imprint on the team, it becomes harder and harder. I think he'll play a back up role.

 

[Craig]

Define "needs to".

Is that when he rolls to the right and there is no one for 3 yards to his marker? Yes.

Is it a designed read option? No.

 

[CowboyRoy]

I know Tony Romo will come back throwing as good as ever. But given his history of injuries, will he be wise to run for a TD or 1st down when the opportunity arises with the threat of being hit hard. This is where Dak has done very well. I would like to see Romo back but I feel Tony may sensibly have to hold back from running in clutch situations. I believe Dak's running TD's and 1st downs have made a difference in the games we won.

Romo is NEVER playing another down for the Cowboys. There I said it.

We will beat Philly in Dallas, then crush Cleveland. We will be 7-1 and completely rolling by the time Romo is ready for any kind of action. NO WAY even the dull minded Jones puts Romo back in when we are 7-1.

 

[CowboyRoy]

In certain situations it is but Romo can also stretch the field and people that watch game tape are saying Dak has missed open guys every week.


We run a package of plays right now that make us very good with Dak that Romo just simply doesn't do.

I just don't think Tony Romo makes us a worse football team.

It's too hard of a decision and i'll accept whatever they decide...

IMO.... Dallas will go with Dak until he loses steam and then right around playoff time we will switch back to Romo.

Missed open guys every week? LOL Was that on his way to scoring a TD?

As if Romo has NEVER missed any open recievers?

Laughable.

 

[DeaconMoss]

Yeah, no. He is just as evasive as he has been. He's never been a runner. There's a lot more to being evasive than straight line running. But Dak is God and can do no wrong. Obviously, he is the greatest ever and Romo couldn't possibly hope be as good.

You guys are worshipping Alex Smith.

I think that is a good comparison actually. Alex Smith. Dallas' run game has been so dominant it has made Dak's life terribly easy. And thats a good thing. Dak has had some nice runs out of RPO, but he is definitely not the passer Romo is. The RPO puts pressure on a defense, but Romo's ability to carve you up because of the run game puts pressure on a defense also. Romo needs to take it slow and get fully healed. I think there will be a point this season, where there will be a perfect opportunity to insert Romo into the lineup and not look back.

Consider this though the RPO with Dak has a shelf life is <3 years. He will have to become a pocket passer to be the franchise. Because the more you run with the ball, the more chance there is for injury.

Then consider trades and all this other nonsense after we win the SB.

 

[THEHEREAFTER]

Romo is NEVER playing another down for the Cowboys. There I said it.

We will beat Philly in Dallas, then crush Cleveland. We will be 7-1 and completely rolling by the time Romo is ready for any kind of action. NO WAY even the dull minded Jones puts Romo back in when we are 7-1.

A bit harsh but I agree with this 100%. It's a little scary given how much Tony has meant to the team. We need him in case something happens to Dak. Also his leadership is great. But I can't fathom Tony playing this year. Just can't see it. A bit torn but make no mistake THIS IS AN EXCITING TIME FOR THE DALLAS COWBOYS!!

 

[THEHEREAFTER]

I think that is a good comparison actually. Alex Smith. Dallas' run game has been so dominant it has made Dak's life terribly easy. And thats a good thing. Dak has had some nice runs out of RPO, but he is definitely not the passer Romo is. The RPO puts pressure on a defense, but Romo's ability to carve you up because of the run game puts pressure on a defense also. Romo needs to take it slow and get fully healed. I think there will be a point this season, where there will be a perfect opportunity to insert Romo into the lineup and not look back.

Then consider trades and all this other nonsense after we win the SB.

An Alex Smith comparison is absolutely absurd imo.

 

[THEHEREAFTER]

This thread is a bit weird. Do some not like winning, fun, youth, excitement, teamwork? No fault of Tony's directly but he's almost sabotaged two seasons in a row. We'd be sitting at maybe 1-5 right now without Dak with thoughts of again rushing Romo back. That scenario saps the life out of a team. Football is such a sport of energy and momentum. The fact that we're not in that predicament is part of the excitement of this team. I don't think Tony quite holds the same cache as a Tom Brady/Aaron Rodgers/ to just assume a job under any circumstances.

 

[ufcrules1]

Ok since the past doesn't matter then the answer is Yes,
Romo will absolutely be able to run for first downs.
He will be 100% healthy so of course he will. His legs are well rested.

Is that better? Or are you going to live in the past and cry over some past injuries?

You're living in the past. Dak is our QB now. Romo is the backup where he should be.

 

[Clove]

I think if Romo comes back and doesn't modify his game Dak will be starting much sooner than people might anticipate...he's probably more of a pocket passer at this point in his career, age and injuries have slowed him down a lot...so I think when Romo comes back we will lose a little something that Dak brings...but we gain an experienced QB IN Romo and the Cowboys could be 6-1 when Romo returns, so do we ride this season out with Romo hoping he can lead this team to the Super Bowl, and at this point I'm thinking we have a shot...we are 5-1 without our number 1 QB and have played half the season without our number 1 receiver and have had other key injuries and missing players. I am so looking forward to the Viking garme.

I have little doubt that Romo can lead us to the playoffs, he's done it before. My doubts are when we're in the playoffs.

 

[65fastback2plus2]

So you are worried about 3rd down conversions...

In 2014 Dallas led the NFL in 3rd down conversions. Not because Romo was Randall Cunningham either.

Now where are the threads that talk about Romo's TD percentage vs Daks?

Is this really a concern or is it a poorly disguised pro Dak thread and will be moved to the QB Zone to die a lonely death?

Or how in 2014 tony led the league in % of attempts over 20 yards and Dak is like 20th.

 

[CowboyRoy]

A bit harsh but I agree with this 100%. It's a little scary given how much Tony has meant to the team. We need him in case something happens to Dak. Also his leadership is great. But I can't fathom Tony playing this year. Just can't see it. A bit torn but make no mistake THIS IS AN EXCITING TIME FOR THE DALLAS COWBOYS!!

Love, love Tony. I defended him to the last. But when you catch a break like this, once in a life time rookie playing like this, you run with it. Writing is on the wall.

 

[HoosierCowboy]

Answer this: who would you rather win with? then you reveal your preference. I would rather win with Romo because he has earned that respect. I'm a big SEC fan and have always liked Dak; let him learn and grow and be ready when needed.

 

[CowboyRoy]

Or how in 2014 tony led the league in % of attempts over 20 yards and Dak is like 20th.

Or how its currently 2016 and Romo has a broken back.

 

[CowboyRoy]

Answer this: who would you rather win with? then you reveal your preference. I would rather win with Romo because he has earned that respect. I'm a big SEC fan and have always liked Dak; let him learn and grow and be ready when needed.

HAS NOTHING to do with who you would rather win with. That is 100% absolutely the EXACT WRONG way to analyze something.

It is 100% who gives you the best chance:

1. to win now, if that is a possibility
2. to win going forward in 2017 and 2018