Tony Romo reportedly expects Cowboys to release him
Tony Romo believes he is going to be able to choose which team he plays for next season, as the star quarterback reportedly expects the Dallas Cowboys to release him.
While there have been plenty of rumblings about the Cowboys exploring trades for Romo, ESPN’s Ed Werder reports that Romo is of the belief that the team will cut him. Werder also says Romo is planning on playing at least two more seasons.
Source says Tony Romo expecting release, not trade, and believes he can start as #NFL QB 2-3 more seasons despite turning 37, injury history
— Ed Werder (@Edwerderespn) February 16, 2017
Romo has a very close relationship with Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, so it would not be surprising if Jones makes it easier on the 37-year-old by granting him his release. A trade would be complicated to begin with, especially since teams know Dallas can’t keep Romo at his current salary with Dak Prescott cemented in a starting role.
Interestingly enough, a recent report indicated the Cowboys could be able to get a second-round pick for Romo. But, again, that seems unlikely given their lack of leverage.
If Romo is released, it will make it a lot easier for him to join one of the four teams he supposedly has on his wish list.
