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

[CowboysRule]

Uh...................no.

Romo is one of the hardest people to sack in the pocket. Many years when our line was trash he made them look so much better by being able to move and spin away from would be tacklers. I'm sure we all remember the play against the Texans with Watt coming at his blind side, thinking he had an easy sack, and then Romo just spins away without even looking at him and hits Williams for the score.

 

[big dog cowboy]

I think Romo has more escapability in the pocket.

He used to be that. Frankly until I see him do that again I'm not sold he can. He just isn't the same player he used to be.

 

[Gabe]

I think a more appropriate title would be "Can Romo run for a first down when needed?" He is wrinkled and washed up and I doubt has the ability.

 

[Sarge]

Romo is one of the hardest people to sack in the pocket. Many years when our line was trash he made them look so much better by being able to move and spin away from would be tacklers. I'm sure we all remember the play against the Texans with Watt coming at his blind side, thinking he had an easy sack, and then Romo just spins away without even looking at him and hits Williams for the score.

He isn't anymore.

 

[Sarge]

Why not? Dak definitely is a better runner, but I think Romo has more escapability in the pocket.

At one time in his career he did. No longer. .02

 

[CowboyRoy]

I don't think he's saying that Dak has missed receivers, as in throwing errant passes. Rather, it's more like he doesn't SEE open receivers, and chooses to go elsewhere with the ball. I know, all QBs do this on occasion, and Dak is getting better at seeing the entire field, but earlier in the season he wasn't seeing the whole field. Therefore, he failed to see receivers running open - in a couple of cases behind the secondary with what could have been a sure TD.

Dak is a rookie and is playing like a 5 year pro bowl vet. To nit pick is ridiculous. The guy is balling. Thank your lucky stars and leave it at that. If and when the guy starts losing we think about putting in Romo. Until then why would you EVEN contemplate it?

 

[THEHEREAFTER]

Dak is a rookie and is playing like a 5 year pro bowl vet. To nit pick is ridiculous. The guy is balling. Thank your lucky stars and leave it at that. If and when the guy starts losing we think about putting in Romo. Until then why would you EVEN contemplate it?

 

[THEHEREAFTER]

In reading this thread... if you you just take a step back and think about what's going on... it's quite incredible really. I would say most of us know the game pretty well and a 4th rounder who's started 6 games has actually and legitimately started a national debate as to who should start for our Dallas Cowboys. And the guy he's replaced has a 97 career rating and a few pro bowls. Even an MVP consideration 2 years ago. No matter which side of the debate you're on... just think about that for a second. Also think about the fact that we could easily be 0-6 right now if not for Dak Prescott. Trent Dilfer predicted Romo may never see the field for us again in the PRE-SEASON. This should be a wonderful thing. I understand the other side of where I stand but it's just incredible to see what Dak has done with his opportunity. Even if you're an advocate of Romo starting there's no reason not to applaud and support what Dak has done to this point.

 

[Kevinicus]

In reading this thread... if you you just take a step back and think about what's going on... it's quite incredible really. I would say most of us know the game pretty well and a 4th rounder who's started 6 games has actually and legitimately started a national debate as to who should start for our Dallas Cowboys. And the guy he's replaced has a 97 career rating and a few pro bowls. Even an MVP consideration 2 years ago. No matter which side of the debate you're on... just think about that for a second. Also think about the fact that we could easily be 0-6 right now if not for Dak Prescott. Trent Dilfer predicted Romo may never see the field for us again in the PRE-SEASON. This should be a wonderful thing. I understand the other side of where I stand but it's just incredible to see what Dak has done with his opportunity. Even if you're an advocate of Romo starting there's no reason not to applaud and support what Dak has done to this point.

Nobody has not applauded or supported Dak. There are those who support both players and feel that Romo is the better option to win. There are those who support both players who think Dak is the better option to win. And there are those who only support Dak and hate Romo.

 

[THEHEREAFTER]

Nobody has not applauded or supported Dak. There are those who support both players and feel that Romo is the better option to win. There are those who support both players who think Dak is the better option to win. And there are those who only support Dak and hate Romo.

I don't think anyone hates Romo. I really don't. Maybe there's some bitterness due to our lack of overall success over the last decade for some. Unfortunately QB's/Coaches are judged on wins and losses. I think there's a lot of venom being tossed around and folks naturally fire back one way or another. Speaking for myself, I really like Romo but I think Dak should remain the starter. I'm guessing that a lot of folks take issue with inserting Romo out of obligation, politics, frienships, salary and "sentimental" reasons rather than riding current success, winning, momentum, chemistry etc.. I was recently watching "Sound EFX"...and I saw Dak and Zeke standing together at Lambeau for the national anthem... you could just feel the excitement as they took in the environment just itching to play.. it was an absolutely phenomenal little subtle sight as a sports fan. Dak and Zeke just have a thing together man. If you can't literally feel what Dak brings to this team right now we just don't vibe the same.

 

[Kevinicus]

I don't think anyone hates Romo. I really don't. Maybe there's some bitterness due to our lack of overall success over the last decade for some. Unfortunately QB's/Coaches are judged on wins and losses. I think there's a lot of venom being tossed around and folks naturally fire back one way or another. Speaking for myself, I really like Romo but I think Dak should remain the starter. I'm guessing that a lot of folks take issue with inserting Romo out of obligation, politics, frienships, salary and "sentimental" reasons rather than riding current success, winning, momentum, chemistry etc.. I was recently watching "Sound EFX"...and I saw Dak and Zeke standing together at Lambeau for the national anthem... you could just feel the excitement as they took in the environment just itching to play.. it was an absolutely phenomenal little subtle sight as a sports fan. Dak and Zeke just have a thing together man. If you can't literally feel what Dak brings to this team right now we just don't vibe the same.

ufcrules, Clove, gabe and others clearly hate Romo. They have for years. More have come out of the woodwork recently. Just because historically QBs have been judged by some based on wins and losses does not mean anyone has to follow along with that flawed premise. It's one of the first things I do when considering someone's intelligence about the game. If they think it's all about the QB, I think their opinion is pretty much worthless.

I like Romo on a sentimental level, as I'm sure many do, but I don't want him to play for that reason. I don't think others do either. I think they truly believe he is the better player and can take this team to the next level.

QB/RB is about the last place I worry about chemistry.

 

[rpntex]

Dak is a rookie and is playing like a 5 year pro bowl vet. To nit pick is ridiculous. The guy is balling. Thank your lucky stars and leave it at that. If and when the guy starts losing we think about putting in Romo. Until then why would you EVEN contemplate it?

First off, you have no idea what I am contemplating. I was merely clarifying what I interpreted into mean by saying "missing" receivers. Don't go assuming that I'm lobbying for some type of agenda.

Second, that's not nitpicking. This is the NFL, we are most games are decided by one score or list. Every time a quarterback Mrs. an open receiver, it's an opportunity lost, and could make the difference in the game. It's one of those skills that will improve with age and experience. It's not Dak's fault that he doesn't have that skill finely honed yet… No rookie would. It doesn't take away from what he's done, nor does it take away from his game.

 

[Kevinicus]

First off, you have no idea what I am contemplating. I was merely clarifying what I interpreted into mean by saying "missing" receivers. Don't go assuming that I'm lobbying for some type of agenda.

Second, that's not nitpicking. This is the NFL, we are most games are decided by one score or list. Every time a quarterback Mrs. an open receiver, it's an opportunity lost, and could make the difference in the game. It's one of those skills that will improve with age and experience. It's not Dak's fault that he doesn't have that skill finely honed yet… No rookie would. It doesn't take away from what he's done, nor does it take away from his game.

Voice to text?

 

[SuspectCorner]

Voice to text?

'Mrs. an open receiver'...

 

[rpntex]

Voice to text?

Yes...lol!

 

[T-RO]

I think Romo is more "evasive" than Dak is.

You guys are acting like Dak is Russell Wilson back there.

Good thread!

Romo peak Romo was extremely difficult to sack. He would literally almost always dodge the first d-lineman that came barelling in. And Romo has eyes in the back of his head it seems. Dak isn't as elusive in the pocket but he's much bigger and stronger and can probably break out of many arm tackles.

As a true run threat Dak is a true weapon and you don't have to worry too much about injury if the running is limited. That run-option thread does stress defenses.

 

[CowboyRoy]

First off, you have no idea what I am contemplating. I was merely clarifying what I interpreted into mean by saying "missing" receivers. Don't go assuming that I'm lobbying for some type of agenda.

Second, that's not nitpicking. This is the NFL, we are most games are decided by one score or list. Every time a quarterback Mrs. an open receiver, it's an opportunity lost, and could make the difference in the game. It's one of those skills that will improve with age and experience. It's not Dak's fault that he doesn't have that skill finely honed yet… No rookie would. It doesn't take away from what he's done, nor does it take away from his game.

Ummm.............He is 5-1 and you want to talk about how he missed a few open receivers. Yah, that is nit picking. Its also a bit unappreciative of what this kid has done.

 

[Gabe]

Ummm.............He is 5-1 and you want to talk about how he missed a few open receivers. Yah, that is nit picking. Its also a bit unappreciative of what this kid has done.

That is a great point. Those same people complaining about Dak missing a few open WR and needing to refine his skills need to also point out Romo's last game of 3 INT including 2 pick 6s. Funny that I don't hear that mentioned very much by the individual above team crowd.

 

[CowboyRoy]

That is a great point. Those same people complaining about Dak missing a few open WR and needing to refine his skills need to also point out Romo's last game of 3 INT including 2 pick 6s. Funny that I don't hear that mentioned very much by the individual above team crowd.

Yep. I showed a Romo guy Romo's last few games and it wasnt pretty. These guys all want to compare a 6 game rookie to Romo's best season ever, 2014. Not realistic. But ironically, even if you do, the kid shows up well.

 

[CowboysRule]

Yep. I showed a Romo guy Romo's last few games and it wasnt pretty. These guys all want to compare a 6 game rookie to Romo's best season ever, 2014. Not realistic. But ironically, even if you do, the kid shows up well.

You mean the last few games where he broke his collarbone, came back too early, and then broke his collarbone again? Yeah, that's a realistic comparison.