Tony Romo told to get in Better Shape

[Favpack]

Keep it real Tony. That's the way to show leadership. When JJ calls you in and tells you to lose 10 and get in better shape - you know you have a leadership problem.

Or just hire J-train as your fb to look thin.

[SLC93]

To be fair, Michael Irvin was just on the radio stating that this is only reflective of being dedicated to the core lifts, cleaning and squating, that keep you alive in the NFL through December. As far as athleticism and being in shape goes he admitted this is wildly unfounded and reluctantly supported that claim with the admission that Romo regularly beats him down on the basketball court. I love all the things Romo is saying this offseason. They are just what we wanted to hear and in stark contrast to many of the things that we've heard in the past. This squad, even with Wade, just may shock the hell out of a few of you.

[Favpack]

To be fair, Michael Irvin was just on the radio stating that this is only reflective of being dedicated to the core lifts, cleaning and squating, that keep you alive in the NFL through December. As far as athleticism and being in shape goes he admitted this is wildly unfounded and reluctantly supported that claim with the admission that Romo regularly beats him down on the basketball court. I love all the things Romo is saying this offseason. They are just what we wanted to hear and in stark contrast to many of the things that we've heard in the past. This squad, even with Wade, just may shock the hell out of a few of you.

We can hope. Offensively, it's unfortunately 90% on Tony's shoulders. At times I'm fine with that - at others, not so much. I'd darn sure love to see a behind-the-scenes photo of Romo and Roy getting on the same page.

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

Just read in the paper that, Wade Phillips has started a plan to fine anyone and everyone, who is overweight!:eek:

Wow! I never thought I'd see this day come! Wade really wasn't joking when he said that he'd be making changes, not only with the team, but with the way that he's doing things as well.

[TexasRed6x]

He got out of shape as soon as he started messing with jessica in Cabo! :D

[GTown02]

Just read in the paper that, Wade Phillips has started a plan to fine anyone and everyone, who is overweight!:eek:

Wow! I never thought I'd see this day come! Wade really wasn't joking when he said that he'd be making changes, not only with the team, but with the way that he's doing things as well.
Wade better break out his own wallet! ;)

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

He got out of shape as soon as he started messing with jessica in Cabo! :D

LOL!

I thought he got some good cardio in, from chasing Jessica around on the beach.

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

Wade better break out his own wallet! ;)

Good point!

[GoOwls]

Wade better break out his own wallet! ;)

Wade is in management.....he doesn't take snaps.....that kind of hypocrisy is just fine.....if he took snaps I'd expect him to be skinny.....;)

[SLC93]

He got out of shape as soon as he started messing with jessica in Cabo! :D

have you seen the size of her backside lately? I'd argue Tony's getting in plenty of dead lifts in his personal life.:D

[SLC93]

LOL!

I thought he got some good cardio in, from chasing Jessica around on the beach.

Not how I'd choose to get my cardio with Ms. Simpson, playa.;):D

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

have you seen the size of her backside lately? I'd argue Tony's getting in plenty of dead lifts in his personal life.:D

And, I'm willing to help him if he needs it!:D

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

Not how I'd choose to get my cardio with Ms. Simpson, playa.;):D

I wanna watch and, I got next!;)

[rocketgrl94]

I wanna watch and, I got next!;)

EWWW...sloppy seconds?!:D

[Empire strikes back]

EWWW...sloppy seconds?!:D

stop it, you now u like it. :p

[slorch]

To be fair, Michael Irvin was just on the radio stating that this is only reflective of being dedicated to the core lifts, cleaning and squating, that keep you alive in the NFL through December. As far as athleticism and being in shape goes he admitted this is wildly unfounded and reluctantly supported that claim with the admission that Romo regularly beats him down on the basketball court. I love all the things Romo is saying this offseason. They are just what we wanted to hear and in stark contrast to many of the things that we've heard in the past. This squad, even with Wade, just may shock the hell out of a few of you.

I still think Wade and Romo have received some unwarranted criticism for off the field stuff, with Wade's being in the locker room and Romo's being something that had zero to do with playing the game.

I want to see how this team does this season, especially on the O and D lines. They have the surrounding talent on both sides of the ball.

I still say Chris Canty will end up being a huge loss.

Roy Williams just does not impress me...at all. I'd love to be proven wrong, though.

[TexasRed6x]

EWWW...sloppy seconds?!:D

Go right ahead, they are all yours! :D

[rocketgrl94]

Go right ahead, they are all yours! :D

ewww no

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

I want to see how this team does this season, especially on the O and D lines. They have the surrounding talent on both sides of the ball.

I still say Chris Canty will end up being a huge loss.

I agree! Especially with the o-line! The o-line, in my opinion, was the main reason why they fell apart last year. As important as the QB position is, the line is equally important. All teams that have won championships, did so with good/great lines.

The d-line will be fine! I, respectfully, disagree with Canty being a huge loss. Olshansky will do a fine job at DT/DE, not to mention, he's a little better than Canty.

Alot of people aren't expecting much from this bunch. But, you just never know. If the o-line does it's job, and the defense plays like I think they will, then they'll pull off some surprises and have everyone walking around with second thoughts about them.

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

EWWW...sloppy seconds?!:D

No! Just good, innocent fun!:D

[SLC93]

I still think Wade and Romo have received some unwarranted criticism for off the field stuff, with Wade's being in the locker room and Romo's being something that had zero to do with playing the game.

I want to see how this team does this season, especially on the O and D lines. They have the surrounding talent on both sides of the ball.

I still say Chris Canty will end up being a huge loss.

Roy Williams just does not impress me...at all. I'd love to be proven wrong, though.

I think Canty is going to get lost on the Gmen's dline and will struggle to replicate his numbers/impact he had in Dallas. Conversely, I think Igor may have been on of the best f/a signings in the league this year. I think he's going to hold up wonderfully and when we set the numbers and the contracts side by side it'll be hard to believe Jerry pulled off such a swap.

I think Roy will be fine and develop into a very good #1 for us. He'll never have the numbers and explosiveness of Owens but he doesn't have to be. With the three headed monster in the backfield our philosophy is changing. Also, I think the talent and versatility we're going to have in Witten & Bennett is wildly underestimated around these parts. Consider, too, reports this morning that Roy Williams had never been on a serious weight lifting program until he came to Dallas. Say alot about Detroit's struggles, eh? He's young, big with good speed and has an amazing set of mitts. I think he's going to surprise, too.

Romo's recent comments about highlights not winning titles and criticizing his decision making and turnovers is another huge step in the right direction. If that kid makes the jump to the next level and starts protecting the ball the Dallas drought will be over.

Ahhh....... the optimism of June. Seriously, though, I like this squad and think they're going to do well.

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

I think Canty is going to get lost on the Gmen's dline and will struggle to replicate his numbers/impact he had in Dallas. Conversely, I think Igor may have been on of the best f/a signings in the league this year. I think he's going to hold up wonderfully and when we set the numbers and the contracts side by side it'll be hard to believe Jerry pulled off such a swap.

I think Roy will be fine and develop into a very good #1 for us. He'll never have the numbers and explosiveness of Owens but he doesn't have to be. With the three headed monster in the backfield our philosophy is changing. Also, I think the talent and versatility we're going to have in Witten & Bennett is wildly underestimated around these parts. Consider, too, reports this morning that Roy Williams had never been on a serious weight lifting program until he came to Dallas. Say alot about Detroit's struggles, eh? He's young, big with good speed and has an amazing set of mitts. I think he's going to surprise, too.

Romo's recent comments about highlights not winning titles and criticizing his decision making and turnovers is another huge step in the right direction. If that kid makes the jump to the next level and starts protecting the ball the Dallas drought will be over.

Ahhh....... the optimism of June. Seriously, though, I like this squad and think they're going to do well.

As usual, you never fail to come thru with a good post. Spot on my man!

Although, I still say, that the o-line will make or break us!

[15Adragon]

I think Canty is going to get lost on the Gmen's dline and will struggle to replicate his numbers/impact he had in Dallas. Conversely, I think Igor may have been on of the best f/a signings in the league this year. I think he's going to hold up wonderfully and when we set the numbers and the contracts side by side it'll be hard to believe Jerry pulled off such a swap.

I think Roy will be fine and develop into a very good #1 for us. He'll never have the numbers and explosiveness of Owens but he doesn't have to be. With the three headed monster in the backfield our philosophy is changing. Also, I think the talent and versatility we're going to have in Witten & Bennett is wildly underestimated around these parts. Consider, too, reports this morning that Roy Williams had never been on a serious weight lifting program until he came to Dallas. Say alot about Detroit's struggles, eh? He's young, big with good speed and has an amazing set of mitts. I think he's going to surprise, too.

Romo's recent comments about highlights not winning titles and criticizing his decision making and turnovers is another huge step in the right direction. If that kid makes the jump to the next level and starts protecting the ball the Dallas drought will be over.

Ahhh....... the optimism of June. Seriously, though, I like this squad and think they're going to do well.

Romo needs to start scrambling again. He was staying in the pocket to a fault at times last season. I think he was trying too hard to be Tom Brady like and hang in the pocket. He killed teams when he took off running.

Maybe the diet will help him to feel lighter. :eek::cool:

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

Romo needs to start scrambling again. He was staying in the pocket to a fault at times last season. I think he was trying too hard to be Tom Brady like and hang in the pocket. He killed teams when he took off running.

Maybe the diet will help him to feel lighter. :eek::cool:

You're not the first person that I've heard say that. His mobility played a big part in his game to where he was able to improvise. It was a big reason why they were 13-3 a couple of seasons ago.

It'd be better if Romo would be himself, once he gets into shape.

[Slim-Rob]

You're not the first person that I've heard say that. His mobility played a big part in his game to where he was able to improvise. It was a big reason why they were 13-3 a couple of seasons ago.

It'd be better if Romo would be himself, once he gets into shape.

this^^

but are they letting him be himself or telling him to stay in place?

[Rockets8805]

noticed the scrambling thing as well...maybe its an issue of overcoaching??? instead of letting the player go out there and jsut play???

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

this^^

but are they letting him be himself or telling him to stay in place?

Bro, that's a damn good question!

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

noticed the scrambling thing as well...maybe its an issue of overcoaching??? instead of letting the player go out there and jsut play???

This is another good question! They need to just tell him to go out and have fun. I noticed that, Tony is at his best when he's having fun.

One thing that sticks out to me about Tony, is that he's mentally tough. To play in this area for this team, you have to be mentally tough with thick skin. You have to be able to take the criticism when it's thrown at you. If you can't take the heat, then your @$$ won't last here. He's got it! With that said, I think Tony is going to play for awhile and be successful.

[slorch]

I think Canty is going to get lost on the Gmen's dline and will struggle to replicate his numbers/impact he had in Dallas. Conversely, I think Igor may have been on of the best f/a signings in the league this year. I think he's going to hold up wonderfully and when we set the numbers and the contracts side by side it'll be hard to believe Jerry pulled off such a swap.

I think Roy will be fine and develop into a very good #1 for us. He'll never have the numbers and explosiveness of Owens but he doesn't have to be. With the three headed monster in the backfield our philosophy is changing. Also, I think the talent and versatility we're going to have in Witten & Bennett is wildly underestimated around these parts. Consider, too, reports this morning that Roy Williams had never been on a serious weight lifting program until he came to Dallas. Say alot about Detroit's struggles, eh? He's young, big with good speed and has an amazing set of mitts. I think he's going to surprise, too.

Romo's recent comments about highlights not winning titles and criticizing his decision making and turnovers is another huge step in the right direction. If that kid makes the jump to the next level and starts protecting the ball the Dallas drought will be over.

Ahhh....... the optimism of June. Seriously, though, I like this squad and think they're going to do well.

We have a good backfield?

signed,
Jason Garrett

[SLC93]

This is another good question! They need to just tell him to go out and have fun. I noticed that, Tony is at his best when he's having fun.
One thing that sticks out to me about Tony, is that he's mentally tough. To play in this area for this team, you have to be mentally tough with thick skin. You have to be able to take the criticism when it's thrown at you. If you can't take the heat, then your @$$ won't last here. He's got it! With that said, I think Tony is going to play for awhile and be successful.

Can't have it both ways, though. The entire offseason he's been getting it from every direction that he needs to mature, become more of a pocket passer and stop taking risks. Now that a little time has passed and we're all jonesing for our NFL we tell him to just go out and have fun. The challenge is finding the balance and that's what he has to do. You're right about the oline. It all hinges on them earning their money this season. If they perform to their 07 level this offense will roll, even with TO gone.

Romo gets a bad rap. He is absolutely tough mentally. Playing qb for Dallas is like no other position in sport. The light is always on and the masses are completely obsessed. The entire sports world has an opinion about Dallas, love or hate, period. It's extreme and he's done well. The biggest leap qbs take is when they enter their 3rd season as the starter. Guess what year this is for Romo? 3rd full year. I believe he's set to blossom.

[15Adragon]

Can't have it both ways, though. The entire offseason he's been getting it from every direction that he needs to mature, become more of a pocket passer and stop taking risks. Now that a little time has passed and we're all jonesing for our NFL we tell him to just go out and have fun. The challenge is finding the balance and that's what he has to do. You're right about the oline. It all hinges on them earning their money this season. If they perform to their 07 level this offense will roll, even with TO gone.

Romo gets a bad rap. He is absolutely tough mentally. Playing qb for Dallas is like no other position in sport. The light is always on and the masses are completely obsessed. The entire sports world has an opinion about Dallas, love or hate, period. It's extreme and he's done well. The biggest leap qbs take is when they enter their 3rd season as the starter. Guess what year this is for Romo? 3rd full year. I believe he's set to blossom.


I think he does need to mature and make better decisions, but I still think he can take off and run from time to time. Roger S did that throughout his career and it did drive Landry nuts at times. He can mature and keep the scrambling in his arsenal. He does needs to secure the football better while in the pocket. Yes I think he will have a big season without TO. The RB possibilities in the O are endless.

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

Can't have it both ways, though. The entire offseason he's been getting it from every direction that he needs to mature, become more of a pocket passer and stop taking risks. Now that a little time has passed and we're all jonesing for our NFL we tell him to just go out and have fun. The challenge is finding the balance and that's what he has to do. You're right about the oline. It all hinges on them earning their money this season. If they perform to their 07 level this offense will roll, even with TO gone.

Romo gets a bad rap. He is absolutely tough mentally. Playing qb for Dallas is like no other position in sport. The light is always on and the masses are completely obsessed. The entire sports world has an opinion about Dallas, love or hate, period. It's extreme and he's done well. The biggest leap qbs take is when they enter their 3rd season as the starter. Guess what year this is for Romo? 3rd full year. I believe he's set to blossom.

Agreed! Although, I believe that he can be mature and, be able to have fun at the same time, IMO. Basically, just playing every play like it's your last!

But, as usual, you're spot on!:D

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

I think he does need to mature and make better decisions, but I still think he can take off and run from time to time. Roger S did that throughout his career and it did drive Landry nuts at times. He can mature and keep the scrambling in his arsenal. He does needs to secure the football better while in the pocket. Yes I think he will have a big season without TO. The RB possibilities in the O are endless.

This!

I'd love to see Felix in the slot, when he gets healthy. Barber will be healthy so, that'll help. For some strange reason, I've gotta feeling that Tashard is going to end up being the man. This dude has the potential to be an every down back. Keyword: POTENTIAL! Good reciever, good hands and, not only can he run inside, but he can run outside as well.

Is it September yet?

[SLC93]

This!

I'd love to see Felix in the slot, when he gets healthy. Barber will be healthy so, that'll help. For some strange reason, I've gotta feeling that Tashard is going to end up being the man. This dude has the potential to be an every down back. Keyword: POTENTIAL! Good reciever, good hands and, not only can he run inside, but he can run outside as well.

Is it September yet?

The Dallas backfield is a beautiful thing, potentially. All are young. All have different styles. All have great hands. All work hard. All are low key, team guys. Many teams have a shared situation at this position these days. If people are being honest, no team in the league can match Dallas for talent on their 3 deep chart. Couple that with what I believe is the best TE rotation in the league, as Bennet continues to impress this offseason, and we're going somewhere. Roy will give us what we need on the outside because he is talented but also because our needs have changed, imo. Imagine going to a 4 receiver set with only one, true wr. Could easily happem if you put the TE's in the slot, lined Felix out wide opposite Roy. Oh, and Barber is in the backfield. See what i mean? Not a look they'll employ much, if ever, but we have options. All of this concern about our explosiveness is just silly. The 90's were never about being vertical. We were methodical, a machine that moved the changes, and when you weren't looking we exploited you deep. Everyone of those ingredients is here, right now, to some degree.

[theTrutHurts]

MARTELLUS! I also think that Austin and Hurd have ability as well, and Crayton is a solid slot guy

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

The Dallas backfield is a beautiful thing, potentially. All are young. All have different styles. All have great hands. All work hard. All are low key, team guys. Many teams have a shared situation at this position these days. If people are being honest, no team in the league can match Dallas for talent on their 3 deep chart. Couple that with what I believe is the best TE rotation in the league, as Bennet continues to impress this offseason, and we're going somewhere. Roy will give us what we need on the outside because he is talented but also because our needs have changed, imo. Imagine going to a 4 receiver set with only one, true wr. Could easily happem if you put the TE's in the slot, lined Felix out wide opposite Roy. Oh, and Barber is in the backfield. See what i mean? Not a look they'll employ much, if ever, but we have options. All of this concern about our explosiveness is just silly. The 90's were never about being vertical. We were methodical, a machine that moved the changes, and when you weren't looking we exploited you deep. Everyone of those ingredients is here, right now, to some degree.
You ever thought about coaching?;):notworthy

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

MARTELLUS! I also think that Austin and Hurd have ability as well, and Crayton is a solid slot guy

Martellus will do fine, as he continues to learn from Jason! Miles Austin could be the legit deep threat that we've been looking for since the days of Alvin Harper and, I agree with you on Hurd as well. But, the only question about Austin and Hurd are, can they stay healthy?

My ONLY question with Crayton, is will he shut the F**K up? When he keeps his mouth shut and just plays ball, he produces. When he opens his mouth, bad stuff happens. Remember that week leading up to the playoff game against the Giants? Remember how he played IN that playoff game? I still haven't gotten over that!

[Dawg Fan]

Martellus will do fine, as he continues to learn from Jason! Miles Austin could be the legit deep threat that we've been looking for since the days of Alvin Harper and, I agree with you on Hurd as well. But, the only question about Austin and Hurd are, can they stay healthy?

My ONLY question with Crayton, is will he shut the F**K up? When he keeps his mouth shut and just plays ball, he produces. When he opens his mouth, bad stuff happens. Remember that week leading up to the playoff game against the Giants? Remember how he played IN that playoff game? I still haven't gotten over that!

Remember that week leading up to the playoff game against the Giants? Remember how he played IN that playoff game? I still haven't gotten over that
:mad: He quit on his route on the last play and could have won us the game. I am not a Crayton fan:mad:

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

Remember that week leading up to the playoff game against the Giants? Remember how he played IN that playoff game? I still haven't gotten over that
:mad: He quit on his route on the last play and could have won us the game. I am not a Crayton fan:mad:

Don't forget about the 2 drops that he had before that. One was a for sure touchdown, and the other was a potential touchdown that would've atleast been a first down.

[Dawg Fan]

Don't forget about the 2 drops that he had before that. One was a for sure touchdown, and the other was a potential touchdown that would've atleast been a first down.

damn, I forgot about the pass across the middle......I like him even less now:mad:

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

damn, I forgot about the pass across the middle......I like him even less now:mad:

I had to buy a new TV after that game!

[Dawg Fan]

I had to buy a new TV after that game!

You know that if Jimmy Johnson was still the coach, that would have been Crayton's last game as a Cowboy;)

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

You know that if Jimmy Johnson was still the coach, that would have been Crayton's last game as a Cowboy;)

Oh, please believe it! Patrick's @$$ would've gotten cut before the game was officially over.

[Dawg Fan]

Oh, please believe it! Patrick's @$$ would've gotten cut before the game was officially over.

who was that running back that Johnson fired after the last regular season game against Chicago that fumbled twice in the game. The game was meaningless because the boys had already secured their position in the playoffs. It was a long time back but I remember being shocked he fired a player right before the playoffs and it cost the kid a super bowl ring. Johnson damn sure got everyone's attention!:notworthy

[slorch]

Curvin Richards

[Dawg Fan]

Curvin Richards

thanks......I wonder if Richards ever played for anyone else? I don't remember hearing about him after that.

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

who was that running back that Johnson fired after the last regular season game against Chicago that fumbled twice in the game. The game was meaningless because the boys had already secured their position in the playoffs. It was a long time back but I remember being shocked he fired a player right before the playoffs and it cost the kid a super bowl ring. Johnson damn sure got everyone's attention!:notworthy

Slorch beat me to naming him! I remember that like it was yesterday!

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

thanks......I wonder if Richards ever played for anyone else? I don't remember hearing about him after that.

I don't remember him playing for anybody else. I remember Richards being a pretty good RB when he came out of Pitt. He had a pretty good game in the Sun Bowl er, John Hancock Bowl before he graduated.

[SLC93]

Curvin Richards

Ahhh, Swurvin' ..... we hardly knew ye!:D