Dallas Cowboys: Twitter reaction to Tony Romo’s retirement
Social media exploded Tuesday morning amidst reports that Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo has decided to retire from the NFL.
The biggest news all offseason in the NFL concerned the future of Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo. And it finally appears we have a conclusion.
It’s now being reported by several sources that the Cowboys could release Romo on Tuesday and he will elect to retire from the league to pursue a television career as a color commentator.
If true, this could mark the end of a terrific 14-year career for Romo, all of which was spent in Dallas. He is currently the all-time leader in passing yardage (34,183), passing touchdowns (248) and passer rating (97.1) for the Cowboys.
But for all Romo has accomplished on the field in Dallas, his legacy remains unclear without a Super Bowl victory under his belt. Still, all Cowboy fans should honor what the undrafted free agent out of Eastern Illinois has done as the face of their franchise for over a decade.
In fact, many fans took to social media in order to express their appreciation for Romo on Tuesday morning, along with teammates and members of the media. Below we’ve collected some of the best reactions from Twitter to the retirement news.
https://twitter.com/TerranceWill2/status/849279091299766273
https://twitter.com/NFL/status/849250242755141636
Say whatever you want about @tonyromo but from 2006-2014 when he actually pllayed.. NO QB Had more 4th quarter/OT wins than his 27
— trey wingo (@wingoz) April 4, 2017
If you fail to recognize Tony Romo as a great QB because he was a "choker" or "not clutch," I'll probably never respect your opinion.
— Cameron DaSilva (@camdasilva) April 4, 2017
In the end, Tony Romo was in more demand in the broadcast booth than the football field. Choosing health via retirement best choice for him.
— Brandon George (@DMN_George) April 4, 2017
https://twitter.com/WeDemBoyz2017/status/849255160509603840
Tony Romo saved the Cowboys from abyss at quarterback following the retirement of Troy Aikman. Never forget
— Clarence Hill Jr (@clarencehilljr) April 4, 2017
If you weren't appreciative of Tony Romo, then I question both your football intelligence and general intellect.
— Cowboys Nation (@CowboysNation) April 4, 2017
Tony Romo.
— Dan Turner (@dtsturner) April 4, 2017
Unwanted UDFA to statistically one of the greatest QBs ever.
Legend.
Tony Romo was one of the best undrafted players in NFL history.
— Elliot Harrison (@HarrisonNFL) April 4, 2017
Don Meredith
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) April 4, 2017
Roger Staubach
Troy Aikman
Tony Romo
All from Cowboys QB to broadcast booth. Staubach lasted 1 season at CBS, per @MattPomPom.
Have a career, @tonyromo! pic.twitter.com/9bRSC8i4Oe
— NFL (@NFL) April 4, 2017