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Height/Weight: 6-2/226 | Birthdate: 04/21/1980 | Birthplace: San Diego, CA, USA | Team: Dallas Cowboys | College: Eastern Illinois | NFL Experience: 7 | Owned/Started%: 100/90 | Average Draft Position: 33.38
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Romo to try and stay hot vs. Philly Romo to try and stay hot vs. Philly Updated 11/5/2009
Tony Romo, QB DAL
News: Cowboys QB Tony Romo, who has thrown for 918 yards and eight touchdowns in his last three games, will try to stay hot in a Week 9 game at the Eagles. Philadelphia ranks 10th against the pass, although they have allowed 11 touchdowns through the air. Analysis: Romo has been the hottest Fantasy QB in recent weeks, but really struggled last season in the meeting between these two teams in Philly (180 yards, interception). Still, you can't sit a guy as sizzling as Romo, so start him in all formats as a No. 1 Fantasy QB.
Romo stays hot against Seattle Romo stays hot against Seattle Updated 11/1/2009
Tony Romo, QB DAL
News: Dallas QB Tony Romo had another good game Sunday against Seattle. Romo was 21 of 36 passing for 256 yards and three touchdowns. He also had one carry for 10 yards and lost a fumble. Analysis: Romo now has eight touchdowns and no interceptions in his past three games against Kansas City, Atlanta and Seattle. He has a tough opponent in Week 9 at Philadelphia, but Romo has found new life with WR Miles Austin, who scored another touchdown against the Seahawks. Even Roy Williams scored against Seattle. Romo should be considered a No. 1 Fantasy QB against the Eagles.
Romo hoping for '08 repeat vs. Seahawks Romo hoping for '08 repeat vs. Seahawks Updated 10/28/2009
Tony Romo, QB DAL
News: The Cowboys host the Seahawks in Week 8, and Tony Romo's Fantasy owners will be hoping he can match the stats he put up against Seattle last season when he threw for 331 yards and three touchdowns. The Seahawks rank 16th against the pass in 2009. Analysis: After a rough first four games this season, Romo has really bounced back in his last two outings, each a 300-yard performance. He is connecting in a major way with WR Miles Austin and could rack up the Fantasy points once again in Week 8. Get him active in all leagues.
Romo thriving with new go-to guy Romo thriving with new go-to guy Updated 10/25/2009
Tony Romo, QB DAL
News: Cowboys QB Tony Romo topped 300 yards passing for a second straight game and the third time this season Week 7 against the Falcons. He tied a season high with three touchdown passes, finishing 21 of 29 for 311 yards and no interceptions. He also ran six times for 31 yards. Over his last two games, 421 of Romo's 662 passing yards and four of his five passing touchdowns have gone to breakthrough WR Miles Austin. Analysis: Romo had four touchdown passes and four interceptions in his first four games, looking like a bust of a Fantasy quarterback. Then, Austin emerged, giving Romo the big-playmaking threat he used to have in Terrell Owens. Austin looks like a fixture in the Cowboys lineup now, so Romo's recent success should continue. He's back to being a clear No. 1 Fantasy QB for Week 8 against the Seahawks.
Romo to face Falcons in Week 7 Romo to face Falcons in Week 7 Updated 10/21/2009
Tony Romo, QB DAL
News: Cowboys QB Tony Romo will face a non-division opponent in Week 7 against Atlanta. The Falcons rank 21st in the NFL against the pass, allowing 241 passing yards per game. They have given up just five touchdown passes in five games, however, and have intercepted five passes. Analysis: The Falcons have been giving up yards through the air this season, but they have not been giving up touchdowns. They are coming off a week in which they allowed 300 yards and two touchdowns against Bears QB Jay Cutler, however. Considering the fact that Romo and the Cowboys have had an extra week to prepare for the Falcons due to the bye week, Romo could be in line for decent production. View him as a decent play in standard leagues.
Austin saves Romo's stat line Austin saves Romo's stat line Updated 10/11/2009
Tony Romo, QB DAL
News: Cowboys QB Tony Romo completed 20 of 34 passes for 351 yards with two touchdowns and 5 rush yards at the Chiefs in Week 5. He can thank WR Miles Austin, starting in place of Roy Williams, for those totals. Austin had 10 catches for 250 yards with both touchdowns. Austin's scores both came on long catch-and-runs where he broke tackles and used his speed to escape into the end zone. His second touchdown gave Dallas the win in overtime. Analysis: Romo, who was CBSSports.com's Start of the Week, may have rediscovered a weapon to lean on in the coming weeks -- the two had some big games together last year. Plus he'll get Roy Williams back from a rib injury soon. The Cowboys are on bye in Week 6 but will return in Week 7 to play the Falcons at home. Romo should continue to be useful as a No. 1 Fantasy QB for that game, especially with two weeks to prepare.
Give Romo the nod this week Give Romo the nod this week Updated 10/9/2009
Tony Romo, QB DAL
News: Cowboys QB Tony Romo has been awful of late, throwing for exactly 255 yards in each of his last two games with no touchdowns -- a rarity for him. But that should end this week as Romo and the 'Boys play at Kansas City against a Chiefs defense ranked 28th vs. the pass and without a strong pass-rush unit. Romo will be without WR Roy Williams (rib), which means he'll have to lean on tight end Jason Witten, receivers Patrick Crayton and Miles Austin and running backs Marion Barber and Tashard Choice, but the matchup still suggests success for him. After all, the Chiefs have allowed passing touchdowns from 35, 64, 25 and 54 yards out in their last two games. Romo is CBSSports.com's Start of the Week. Analysis: Many Fantasy owners are worried about starting Romo this week. Don't be -- the matchup is good and the pressure is on him to win. So long as it's not a playoff game, Romo tends to do his best when the eyeballs are on him following some bad games. Expect him to post at least modest totals on the Chiefs in Week 5. For more of CBSSports.com's start and sit recommendations, check out Jamey Eisenberg's Start 'Em and Sit 'Em.
Romo again without touchdown Week 4 Romo again without touchdown Week 4 Updated 10/4/2009
Tony Romo, QB DAL
News: Cowboys QB Tony Romo, who went without a touchdown in Week 3, did so again Week 4 at Denver, marking the first time in his career he has gone back-to-back games without scoring a touchdown. He turned the ball over twice -- once on an interception and once on a fumble -- and now has five turnovers in his last three games. He completed 25 of 42 passes for 255 yards. Analysis: Romo has thrown for 255 yards two straight weeks, so his production hasn't gotten anywhere. He's just not getting in the end zone. The Cowboys offense has too many weapons for him to lose No. 1 QB status in Fantasy, but he's not quite the slam dunk he has been in the past. Still, he has a good chance of rebounding in a big way Week 5 at Kansas City.
Romo goes without touchdown Week 3 Romo goes without touchdown Week 3 Updated 9/29/2009
Tony Romo, QB DAL
News: Dallas QB Tony Romo didn't exactly have a good Fantasy game on Monday night against the Panthers. He did, however, lead the Cowboys to victory in Week 3. Romo threw for 255 yards in the game on 22 of 33 passing and did not have a touchdown pass. He rushed five times for 22 yards. Romo missed on several passes near the goal line during the game. Dallas' passing game looked mixed up at times as well. Analysis: Romo has thrown for 735 yards in three games this season and has four touchdowns compared to three interceptions. He also has a rushing touchdown for the Cowboys. He's only completing 57.3 percent of his passes and that number needs to get better heading into Week 4 at Denver. The Broncos have displayed a solid secondary thus far this year and have yet to allow a passing touchdown. That makes Romo just a low-end No. 1/top-end No. 2 Fantasy option in Week 4.
Romo aims for more Monday night magic Romo aims for more Monday night magic Updated 9/22/2009
Tony Romo, QB DAL
News: Dallas QB Tony Romo was abysmal in Week 2's home opener against the Giants. Romo was off-target and awful completing less than half of his passes (13 of 29) for 127 yards, a touchdown and three interceptions, all of which resulted in New York touchdowns. He promised to get better and his first opportunity comes Week 3 at home against Carolina. The last time Romo played the Panthers was in 2007 at Carolina. He threw for 257 yards with a touchdown and an interception in that game. Analysis: Romo was facing one of the better teams in the NFL against the pass Week 2 and that contributed to his poor play. Unfortunately, the Panthers have allowed even fewer passing yards per game this season. Carolina has, however, given up 5 passing touchdowns and we expect Romo to make good on his word to improve, especially with the game coming on Monday night. Romo is looking for his third straight MNF game with 300-plus yards and 2-plus touchdowns. It is a more favorable matchup so continue to trust Romo as a No. 1 Fantasy QB for Week 3.
Romo miserable in home debut Romo miserable in home debut Updated 9/21/2009
Tony Romo, QB DAL
News: Cowboys QB Tony Romo was off-target and awful in his first regular-season home game at Cowboys Stadium, completing less than half of his passes (13 of 29) for 127 yards, a touchdown and three interceptions, all of which resulted in New York touchdowns. Romo's first interception was returned for a TD, the second was a bit of a fluke (it bounced up off Jason Witten's shoe) and the third was a punt-like heave into double coverage. A rushing score did help his cause. "I'm sorry that I wasn't able to play up to the level the rest of the other guys did," Romo said. "I have to get better at the mistakes I made and I will." Analysis: Romo will attempt to make amends for this game when he and the Cowboys host the Panthers next Monday. With the number of quarterback surprises around the league, some Fantasy owners might give some thought to benching Romo after this game. Feel free, but the Panthers' secondary has been porous through two games and will only look good in Week 3 if Romo's struggles continue. Consider him a valid starter for the upcoming matchup.
Romo active as expected Romo active as expected Updated 9/20/2009
Tony Romo, QB DAL
News: Dallas QB Tony Romo, who was listed as probable for Week 2 against the Giants with an ankle sprain, is active and will play Sunday night as expected. Analysis: Keep Romo active in all leagues. He should be considered a No. 1 Fantasy QB against the Giants.
Romo not worried about ankle Romo not worried about ankle Updated 9/16/2009
Tony Romo, QB DAL
News: Cowboys QB Tony Romo, who played through an ankle injury in Week 1 at Tampa Bay, says he is not concerned about the ankle, according to the Dallas Morning News. Romo said he would get the ankle taped and would not worry about it. Romo, who practiced in full all week, is listed as probable. Analysis: Romo did not anticipate any problems practicing during the week. He will face a very tough Giants pass defense in Week 2 in the Cowboys' home opener on Sunday night and being any less mobile than normal against a very strong pass rush could be bad news. The Giants allowed 187 yards and one touchdown in Week 1 against Redskins QB Jason Campbell, whom they sacked three times. They also intercepted him once and recovered a forced fumble for a touchdown. Fantasy owners should temper expectations some due to the matchup, but we recommend starting him under most circumstances. Romo showed some inaccuraccy in Week 1 at Tampa, but wound up with good numbers (career-high 353 yards, three TDs) thanks to some long touchdowns. We currently project him to throw for 309 yards and two touchdowns with an interception. He threw for 244 yards and two scores at home against the Giants in 2008.
Romo hurts ankle in win Romo hurts ankle in win Updated 9/14/2009
Tony Romo, QB DAL
News: The Dallas Morning News reports Cowboys QB Tony Romo injured his right ankle in Sunday's win at Tampa Bay. Romo said he was hurt in the third quarter, but he did not leave the game. "It'll be fine," Romo said, but he is scheduled for more tests Monday. Romo missed three games last year with a fractured right pinkie finger. He also battled through a gash on his chin, lower back and rib injuries last season. Analysis: Romo threw for a career-high 353 yards and three long touchdowns against the Bucs and came out looking great in his first start without Terrell Owens. Hopefully the injury is minor and Romo won't be forced to miss any time. We like Romo as a No. 1 QB even in his Week 2 matchup against the tough Giants defense.
Romo has career day vs. Bucs Romo has career day vs. Bucs Updated 9/13/2009
Tony Romo, QB DAL
News: Tony Romo and the Dallas Cowboys are off to a good start without Terrell Owens. Romo threw for a career-high 353 yards and three long touchdowns Sunday, helping the Cowboys begin the post-T.O. era with a 34-21 victory that ruined the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' debut under coach Raheem Morris. Miles Austin avoided two tacklers on the sideline to score on a 42-yard reception just before halftime and Roy Williams streaked through a mistake-prone secondary on a 66-yard TD play early in the third quarter. Romo teamed with Patrick Crayton, who had six catches for 135 yards, on the longest completion of the Pro Bowl quarterback's career -- 80 yards -- for a fourth-quarter TD that thwarted any realistic hopes for a Tampa Bay comeback. Analysis: Romo did look a little hesitant in the first half before hitting Austin late in the second quarter. At times, it looked as though Romo was still slinging passes to Owens since he was making throws only T.O. has caught in past seasons. But once Romo settled down and adjusted to his receivers, he looked poised and as good as any quarterback in the NFL. He is going to get a real test in Week 2 against the Giants. If he passes with flying colors, then the T.O. talk will quickly die down. Romo is still worth using as a No. 1 Fantasy QB in Week 2. He passed for 244 yards and two touchdowns in one game against New York last season.
Romo throws first TD post-T.O. Romo throws first TD post-T.O. Updated 9/13/2009
Tony Romo, QB DAL
News: Cowboys QB Tony Romo began the post-Terrell Owens era in Week 1 against the Bucs. While at times it looked as though Romo was missing the former All-Pro receiver, he got his confidence up with a late first half touchdown strike to Miles Austin. The duo combined for a 42-yard catch-and-run that saw Austin break two tackles on his way to the end zone. Analysis: Romo finished the first half 8 of 15 for 115 yards and one touchdown. There were times in the half when Romo appeared to miss T.O. There was an instance at the goal line when he threw a strike to tight end Martellus Bennet instead of throwing it up in the air for him to go get it, and he also missed a wide-open Austin after the receiver blew past the secondary. But he finally found a rhythm late in the second quarter and should continue to develop rapport with his receivers.
Romo beginning post-T.O. era in T.B. Romo beginning post-T.O. era in T.B. Updated 9/9/2009
Tony Romo, QB DAL
News: Tony Romo and the Cowboys will face a non-divisional opponent in Week 1 when they travel to Tampa Bay to take on the Buccaneers. The Cowboys QB has not faced the Buccaneers in the regular season since 2006-07. He was injured last season when the two teams faced each other. Analysis: Romo threw for 306 yards and five touchdowns the last time he faced the Buccaneers, but that was a long time ago. The Bucs finished with he fourth best pass defense in the NFL last season, giving up just 187.3 yards per game. They allowed 23 touchdowns and intercepted 22 passes. The Buccaneers did lose guru defensive coordinator Monte Kiffin this past offseason and their defensive unit has undergone some changes, but the matchups should not be seen as particularly favorable for Romo from a Fantasy standpoint. This will be a good test for Romo to see how his post-Terrell Owens era will begin. He's still a safe play in any format, but a comparable QB with a better matchup could cause you to sit Romo this week.
Romo throws first interception Romo throws first interception Updated 8/30/2009
Tony Romo, QB DAL
News: Cowboys QB Tony Romo had his first interception of the preseason in Saturday's game against the 49ers. Romo was 11 of 17 passing for 125 yards and the interception. "I had some pressure up the middle, and I couldn't hold it a second longer to find where the safety was," Romo said. "I need to probably eat it there so I don't make that mistake." Analysis: Romo remains a No. 1 Fantasy QB coming into the season. He loses Terrell Owens, but Romo still has quality targets in Jason Witten, Roy Williams, Miles Austin and Patrick Crayton. Continue to draft Romo as a starting Fantasy option, and he's worth a pick in Round 4 in all leagues.
Romo admits he's changing Romo admits he's changing Updated 8/27/2009
Tony Romo, QB DAL
News: Since training camp opened, Cowboys QB Tony Romo has avoided the sloppy mistakes that trigger debates about his recklessness and leadership. There hasn't been a single squabble with a receiver. Romo is all about football these days, and the Cowboys can only hope things keep going this smoothly during the season. Moreover, he's sticking to the fundamentals of the game in hopes of leading the Cowboys to the playoffs. "Obviously the way I was before wasn't getting the job done to the extent to the goal you want to accomplish," Romo said. "So you just keep going and keep going and hopefully you are able to accomplish that one day. ... Either you are trying to get better or you are content as a player. I am not content. I don't think this team is. We are striving to be a team that we hope can make everybody excited or have an exciting time watching us play this season. We are enjoying it." Analysis: Perhaps the best sign of Romo's new demeanor is how he's spreading around the ball. Seven players already have caught his passes, plus he's thrown to three others. Romo's willingness to look at all his receivers, tight ends and running backs (even a backup fullback) shows he's snapped out of the must-throw-to-T.O. mindset that sometimes doomed Dallas last season. Taking Owens out of the equation obviously removed a big threat, but it's helped broaden the Cowboys' plans. Now Romo will attempt to lead an offense with talents from Roy Williams to Jason Witten to a trio of potent running backs. There's no question that Romo is a solid No. 1 Fantasy passer with good value considering that he'll go between Rounds 4 and 6 in drafts.
Romo shines in Dallas' new digs Romo shines in Dallas' new digs Updated 8/22/2009
Tony Romo, QB DAL
News: Dallas Cowboys fans got a glimpse of everything they were hoping to see Friday night. Their new stadium dazzled. Tony Romo was darn good. And the Cowboys won, pretty easily. In the first football game at the nearly $1.2 billion Cowboys Stadium, Romo looked right at home, going 18 of 24 for 192 yards and sending Dallas on its way to a 30-10 victory over the Tennessee Titans in a preseason game. "It was incredible," Romo said, comparing the atmosphere to a regular-season game. "It's really exciting to be a part of something this special. It's only going to continue and get better as the year goes on." Analysis: Romo didn't throw a touchdown pass in the game but he led a 15-play, 90-yard drive that ended with a 1-yard TD run on the team's second possession after an initial three-and-out. Romo looked good in his new building and we think he'll be very good this season. He remains a No. 1 Fantasy QB worth drafting in Round 4 or 5 in all leagues.