Would Romo have trade value next year?

[ConceptCoop]

First, I think he'd just retire. This isn't Brett Farve. Romo wants to get it done, but he wants it to be here, or he'd just soon ride off to his next chapter.

Second, it's not worth $5 million in cap space to Jerry and Jason. They'd rather let this play out naturally.

1. Why do you feel that way? I mean, Favre was't Favre until he was, in that regard. Until a player is faced with potentially walking away, I don't think we can really predict their actions. Why is Romo any different than, say, Peyton Manning, who already had a ring, even.

2. It's only worth 5M to cut him. But wouldn't they save the non-dead portion of his contract if they traded him? So it would actually be worth 20M. I could be wrong on this, but that was my understanding.

 

[Diehardblues]

OK, I'll play along. Sorry for my cynicism.

First, I think he'd just retire. This isn't Brett Farve. Romo wants to get it done, but he wants it to be here, or he'd just soon ride off to his next chapter.

Second, it's not worth $5 million in cap space to Jerry and Jason. They'd rather let this play out naturally.

Third, yes there would be interest in him, but not at big money. Too risky. And he wouldn't risk his health for peanuts.

Fourth, we need to slow our roll on Dak Prescott. He's got an ugly game or five ahead of him sometime, and the craze will regress. It happens to all young QBs.

Romo will play and start here until he gets hurt again, or until he wins a Super Bowl. That could be a game or three seasons, or anything in between.

Don't want him to retire.Those implications are similar to us cutting him. I'm suggesting a trade to loosen up all of that cap space .

I'm afraid your correct. It won't be over until a stretcher carries him off .

 

[CouchCoach]

fair point. i like to think nietzsche said things or lived his ideas so that us regular humans wouldn't have to. as long as this thought stays as a thought project im okay with it!

Jerry and Romo are practically inseparable. It weas hard for Jerry to move on from Ware. Don't think he could do it with Romo like that.

I agree, one of Booger's finest traits and worst characteristics of a GM is his attachment to his players. He knows how Romo has fought for him and been his warrior. Booger and Romo have the same connection that the HC and aging QB had in "Any Given Sunday" and when you think about Booger's past and the odds against him making enough to buy a NFL franchise, that's in step in Romo's unlikely rise to QB America'a Team. That's the kind of thing that's close to Booger's heart and I don't think he could bear to watch his "hero" play for another team.

In this case, I've got no problem with the sentimental part, the man owns the team and can give into his own feelings if he wants.

We can point to a lot of mistakes Booger has made with players, as every GM has done including the untouchable Belichick, but Booger brings a human quality to the league that's all about money that I do like. When Parcells was trying to play tough love with Owens, which he probably needed, Booger stepped in and befriended Owens and had breakfast weekly with him. I think he was drawn to Owens' struggles as a kid and discovering who his father was only when he was interested in a girl, that just happened to be his sister. Booger has done this way too many times for this not to be a part of him. That's why he won't give up on Ganjory.

Booger is all about the redemption of the human spirit and it's no coincidence that he sought out Al as his mentor as he had the same quality. They talked him into releasing Owens, good luck on that with Romo.

 

[benson]

The only way the Cowboys want to trade Romo is if he comes back and plays worse than Dak. If that is the case not a single team will want him. He can't/won't be traded.

 

[Diehardblues]

1. Why do you feel that way? I mean, Favre was't Favre until he was, in that regard. Until a player is faced with potentially walking away, I don't think we can really predict their actions. Why is Romo any different than, say, Peyton Manning, who already had a ring, even.

2. It's only worth 5M to cut him. But wouldn't they save the non-dead portion of his contract if they traded him? So it would actually be worth 20M. I could be wrong on this, but that was my understanding.

Cowboy fans don't have to worry. Romo's biggest fan won't let it happen .

It's why an owner who's nothing more than a fan himself shouldn't be the GM too because he's too emotionally attached without any consequences or accountability for his actions or decisions.

 

[Aven8]

The list would be long IF we even thought about it. Denver, Jets, Rams, Zona, on and on.
Romo has been my favorite player since he stepped on the field. I always feel like we can win if he's on the field no matter who the opponent is.

However, it doesn't appear that the FO, and coaching staff are on the same page as Romo, as this defense is not championship caliber. We have made no efforts to improve it for him. It's just crazy that this was the plan in his last years!

 

[erod]

1. Why do you feel that way? I mean, Favre was't Favre until he was, in that regard. Until a player is faced with potentially walking away, I don't think we can really predict their actions. Why is Romo any different than, say, Peyton Manning, who already had a ring, even.

2. It's only worth 5M to cut him. But wouldn't they save the non-dead portion of his contract if they traded him? So it would actually be worth 20M. I could be wrong on this, but that was my understanding.

Farve feared retirement. He doesn't do anything else. He's just a good ole boy.

Romo has tons of interests. He'll be very much like Troy and Roger when he's done.

Nobody is trading for that contract given his current health. If he finished the year strong, perhaps they would, but if he finishes the year strong, Dallas will want him here.

 

[Section446]

Zero trade value. Nobody is dumb enough to take on the contract.

 

[Alexander]

So , Romo's battered body and big contract is only attractive to the Cowboys?

He is probably a lot more attractive to us than other teams.

 

[Diehardblues]

The only way the Cowboys want to trade Romo is if he comes back and plays worse than Dak. If that is the case not a single team will want him. He can't/won't be traded.

And why Id rest Romo to fully heal to increase his worth for an offseason trade.

 

[ConceptCoop]

Nobody is trading for that contract given his current health. If he finished the year strong, perhaps they would, but if he finishes the year strong, Dallas will want him here.

I respect this opinion and am not overly confident in mine, but I can't help but disagree here. The NFL cap is a lot more flexible than it looks on paper. Freeing 20M for one season isn't especially difficult for most teams. Especially teams without 20M+ tied up in a QB already. Teams could send us back 5-10M in not so great salary and a 3rd round pick. Then restructure one contract and BOOM. Then the next off season, they can restructure Romo and GREATLY reduce his cap impact. Or, if things didn't go so great, cut him for next to no hit.

I just don't think his contract is the issue that some do, considering it's really only a 1 year contract, and a portion of that will be paid by the Cowboys, even if he's traded. I could certainly be wrong, however.

 

[CouchCoach]

The list would be long IF we even thought about it. Denver, Jets, Rams, Zona, on and on.
Romo has been my favorite player since he stepped on the field. I always feel like we can win if he's on the field no matter who the opponent is.

However, it doesn't appear that the FO, and coaching staff are on the same page as Romo, as this defense is not championship caliber. We have made no efforts to improve it for him. It's just crazy that this was the plan in his last years!

They addressed and built the OL for Romo, and his agent, and Son admitted they'd done little to help Romo out and had been dependent on his Houdini act. Booger & Son getting a ring for Romo would top all 3 of the 90's rings combined for them. It's a storybook ending, and fiction imo, but they want Romo to be the hero in their story.

 

[Diehardblues]

I agree, one of Booger's finest traits and worst characteristics of a GM is his attachment to his players. He knows how Romo has fought for him and been his warrior. Booger and Romo have the same connection that the HC and aging QB had in "Any Given Sunday" and when you think about Booger's past and the odds against him making enough to buy a NFL franchise, that's in step in Romo's unlikely rise to QB America'a Team. That's the kind of thing that's close to Booger's heart and I don't think he could bear to watch his "hero" play for another team.

In this case, I've got no problem with the sentimental part, the man owns the team and can give into his own feelings if he wants.

We can point to a lot of mistakes Booger has made with players, as every GM has done including the untouchable Belichick, but Booger brings a human quality to the league that's all about money that I do like. When Parcells was trying to play tough love with Owens, which he probably needed, Booger stepped in and befriended Owens and had breakfast weekly with him. I think he was drawn to Owens' struggles as a kid and discovering who his father was only when he was interested in a girl, that just happened to be his sister. Booger has done this way too many times for this not to be a part of him. That's why he won't give up on Ganjory.

Booger is all about the redemption of the human spirit and it's no coincidence that he sought out Al as his mentor as he had the same quality. They talked him into releasing Owens, good luck on that with Romo.

Jerry is a fans favorite Allie .Their attachment to players though could ultimately cost the team. A GM must make the tough unpopular decisions. It's business and shouldn't be taken personal.

Fans often forget this isn't just a game. Jerry has changed the rules in becoming the biggest fan of not only the Cowboys but himself . It's attractive to some fans but unfortunately it's a major contributor keeping us out of the Super Bowl.

 

[Diehardblues]

They addressed and built the OL for Romo, and his agent, and Son admitted they'd done little to help Romo out and had been dependent on his Houdini act. Booger & Son getting a ring for Romo would top all 3 of the 90's rings combined for them. It's a storybook ending, and fiction imo, but they want Romo to be the hero in their story.

yes, and they'd be willing to sacrifice the future or put in on hold to fulfill these dreams.

They remain all in on Romo until he's carried off the field. Jerry's comments after the win Sunday is another reminder where his loyalty is .

It's always been more about Jerry's passions than the Dallas Cowboys.

 

[CouchCoach]

Farve feared retirement. He doesn't do anything else. He's just a good ole boy.

Romo has tons of interests. He'll be very much like Troy and Roger when he's done.

Nobody is trading for that contract given his current health. If he finished the year strong, perhaps they would, but if he finishes the year strong, Dallas will want him here.

When Romo retires, he will be the hottest commodity in sports broadcasting, he's a natural. If he doesn't go into coaching. And that may be another reason the Joneses will not part ways with him, they have him in their future plans beyond playing.

I believe Romo about leading the Cowboys to a SB, that's his goal, not just to get a ring. He wants that ring here. Now, if he got the same treatment Emmitt got, we might see a different Romo than we've seen in the past. But Romo's heart is with this team. They gave him the opportunity to follow his dream, this is more than just a football team to him. And he is more than just a football player to the family. It's just like Garrett, the family decides who they want in and that's it. It's about surrounding yourself with the people you want. And they can afford to do that.

 

[AKATheRake]

Look at the value of Peyton. Denver didn't know how he'd recover neck surgery.

No offense to # 9, who I think is a very good player when on the field, but you're including him in the same sentence as Peyton Manning? The Colts got nothing for 1 of the top 5 best QB's of all time.

 

[erod]

When Romo retires, he will be the hottest commodity in sports broadcasting, he's a natural. If he doesn't go into coaching. And that may be another reason the Joneses will not part ways with him, they have him in their future plans beyond playing.

I believe Romo about leading the Cowboys to a SB, that's his goal, not just to get a ring. He wants that ring here. Now, if he got the same treatment Emmitt got, we might see a different Romo than we've seen in the past. But Romo's heart is with this team. They gave him the opportunity to follow his dream, this is more than just a football team to him. And he is more than just a football player to the family. It's just like Garrett, the family decides who they want in and that's it. It's about surrounding yourself with the people you want. And they can afford to that.

I don't think he'll coach. Guys that make Romo money almost never do. That's 80 hours of week of torture.

Unless, that is, Jerry has quietly promised him a fast track to head coach. That might be possible.

But I agree with you, Romo would be pure gold in a broadcasting role. He'd be insightful, funny, and easy to listen to. But I'm not sure he'd be willing to criticize players. Some guys aren't comfortable with it. Winning a title would certainly help.

 

[NoLuv4Jerry]

If Romo is the one missing piece for a team's Super Bowl run....then he will be in Dallas. Did Denver trade for Peyton Manning or was Manning cut. Cannot see a team taking on Romo's contract.

 

[erod]

No offense to # 9, who I think is a very good player when on the field, but you're including him in the same sentence as Peyton Manning? The Colts got nothing for 1 of the top 5 best QB's of all time.

Romo is close, yes.

In recent years, it's been Peyton, Brees, Rodgers, Brady, Roethlisberger, and Romo. The rest are a tier down.

 

[Diehardblues]

When Romo retires, he will be the hottest commodity in sports broadcasting, he's a natural. If he doesn't go into coaching. And that may be another reason the Joneses will not part ways with him, they have him in their future plans beyond playing.

I believe Romo about leading the Cowboys to a SB, that's his goal, not just to get a ring. He wants that ring here. Now, if he got the same treatment Emmitt got, we might see a different Romo than we've seen in the past. But Romo's heart is with this team. They gave him the opportunity to follow his dream, this is more than just a football team to him. And he is more than just a football player to the family. It's just like Garrett, the family decides who they want in and that's it. It's about surrounding yourself with the people you want. And they can afford to that.

He's already said he's interested in coaching .

yes, Jerry is loyal to a fault . Jerry is determined like the Captain of the Titanic or General Custer .

And he now has in place all of the revenue streams to prevent any financial fallouts from any accountability or consequences.

Brilliant and he's about to be inducted into HOF for placing himself and other NFL teams in the same position .