A Tony Romo retirement doesn’t put an end to the drama
Despite reports that Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo has chosen to retire, it doesn’t necessarily mean he’s done playing football.
The offseason drama surround the future of Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo now finally appears to have come to an end. Or has it?
Several sources are currently reporting that Romo has decided to retire. According to the Dallas Morning News’ Brandon George, the move could free up nearly $15 million for the Cowboys to use later this offseason.
Cowboys gain $14 million in 2017 cap space w/ Tony Romo's post-June 1 release (but can't use it until June 2). He counts $10.7m vs. '17 cap.
— Brandon George (@DMN_George) April 4, 2017
Reports of the soon to be 37-year old’s apparent retirement come a day after sources revealed owner and general manager Jerry Jones notified every other NFL team that they were allow to contact Romo or his representation, per the NFL Networks’ Mike Garafolo.
Jerry Jones notified all NFL GMs they are permitted to contact Tony Romo or his agent to schedule a workout, visit or physical, source says
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) April 3, 2017
According to ESPN’s Todd Archer, Romo has as many as three different offers to join the broadcast booth, as color commentator. Those networks reportedly include CBS, FOX and NBC. If the former quarterback does indeed retire to begin his career in television, it doesn’t necessarily eliminate the possibility of a return to football.
Romo may have a stipulation added to any potential television contract he signs to be allowed to return to the NFL if the right offer comes along eventually. So even if he actually does retire, the door may be open for more drama and speculation moving forward. That includes a possible return to the Cowboys, according to NFL Network’s Jane Slater.
Source: Tony Romo is "retiring" from football to pursue broadcasting, BUT if Cowboys ever REALLY needed him, he'd consider coming back.
— Jane Slater (@SlaterNFL) April 4, 2017
But if this actually is the end of Romo’s on-field career, it’s been a great one. In 14 years, all spent in Dallas, the undrafted rookie out of Eastern Illinois will go down as one of the greatest quarterbacks in Cowboys history.
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Romo’s posted a whopping 34,183 passing yards and 248 touchdowns in his career, both franchise records. But without a Super Bowl title to his name, it’s unclear if he’s a Hall of Famer or not.