Cowboys Unlikely To Play Romo in Season Finale

The Dallas Cowboys could rest many of their starters in Week 17 after clinching home field advantage throughout the playoffs, but are unlikely to play backup quarterback Tony Romo. Team owner Jerry Jones declared after Dallas’ 42-21 win over the Detroit Lions on Monday night that he does not want Romo to take a snap this Sunday.

Dez Bryant Tries to Attend Cowboys QB Meeting After TD Pass vs. Lions

After throwing a touchdown pass in Monday’s 42-21 win over the Detroit Lions , Dallas Cowboys star Dez Bryant is apparently ready to create a different kind of quarterback controversy for the team. According to Jon Machota of the Dallas Morning News , Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones said Bryant tried to attend the team’s quarterback meeting and is Bryant’s first career NFL pass was a 10-yard touchdown to tight end Jason Witten that gave the Cowboys a 35-21 lead over the Lions in the third quarter.

Does Miami Dolphins’ Adam Gase deserve Coach of the Year Award?

Dolphins fans have suffered long enough, been ridiculed long enough, to know this year’s playoff berth feels more like a rebirth. They know none of this would be possible if not for Gase, who in his first season has done more for the franchise than anyone else who held his title except one – arguably or certainly, take your pick.

Jerry Jones: Playing Romo not worth the risk

Dallas Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones says he does not want backup quarterback Tony Romo to play in next week’s season finale against the Philadelphia Eagles, despite the Cowboys having the top seed in the NFC and home-field advantage. Jerry Jones: Playing Romo not worth the risk Dallas Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones says he does not want backup quarterback Tony Romo to play in next week’s season finale against the Philadelphia Eagles, despite the Cowboys having the top seed in the NFC and home-field advantage.

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Did the odds just increase that we might see Tony Romo get some playing time on Sunday? Do you think we should? Matt Mosley: I don’t think he’ll see any mop-up time, if that’s what you’re asking. And I don’t think he’ll get the start or even play in a meaningless Week 17 game.

Photos: DE Randy Gregory rejoins Cowboys teammates on practice field

Dallas Cowboys defensive end Randy Gregory talks to defensive tackle Maliek Collins during their practice on Thursday, December 22, 2016 at The Star in Frisco, Texas. Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott , left, laughs as wide receiver Dez Bryant reaches to try to catch a pass during their practice on Thursday, December 22, 2016 at The Star in Frisco, Texas.