Romo feels Super about '07
By Clarence E. Hill Jr.
Star-Telegram staff writer
DALLAS -- Just for the record, when quarterback Tony Romo predicted a run for the Cowboys in 2007, he wasn't just caught up in the moment.
Romo said his opinion is based on what the Cowboys did last season and the potential he sees for next year based on their play during last weekend's minicamp.
Fielding a question from the audience during the Dallas All Association Hall of Fame luncheon Monday, Romo said, "I think we've got a chance to go real deep. I think this team has a shot at winning the whole thing."
Asked to clarify his statements following the luncheon, Romo didn't back down. He said the Cowboys have as good a chance as anybody.
"I think part of it is what I saw at camp and part of it is what we've got coming back," Romo said. "But seeing what I saw at camp excites me."
Romo is also feeling good about the ongoing talks with the Cowboys about a contract extension. His current deal runs through 2007.
The two sides are in the preliminary stages, but Romo said he would like to get something done before the start of the season.
What the Cowboys must decide now is how much Romo is worth.
Despite his season in 2006, he has only 11 starts. While the Houston Texans set the benchmark with their six-year, $48 million deal for Matt Schaub, who has only two career starts, Romo is still considered a developing player.
Of course, if he leads the Cowboys to the Super Bowl as he predicted Monday, the price will be much higher after the season.
Ferguson's motivation
For anyone who wonders how nose tackle Jason Ferguson will do without Bill Parcells constantly him, he has one answer.
"I am a grown man," Ferguson said. "I stay on my back. Bill wasn't my biggest critic. I was."
Ferguson acknowledges he was very fond of Parcells and had grown accustomed to his style of motivation.
He says Parcells helped him become a better player and admits he will miss him.
"That was his way of love, and I appreciated it," Ferguson said. "But I haven't been under him my whole career. I will be fine."
Burnett making a move
Linebacker Kevin Burnett has made no secret of his desire for more playing time.
Burnett believes he can have a bigger role than simply being a backup linebacker and contributing on special teams, as he's done the past two seasons.
With linebacker Akin Ayodele sidelined until training camp because of minor knee surgery, Burnett is working with the first team at inside linebacker alongside Bradie James.
He plans to use the additional reps to show the coaches exactly what he can do.
"I am trying to take advantage of the opportunity," Burnett said. "Hopefully, it can turn into something good."
Star-Telegram staff writer
DALLAS -- Just for the record, when quarterback Tony Romo predicted a run for the Cowboys in 2007, he wasn't just caught up in the moment.
Romo said his opinion is based on what the Cowboys did last season and the potential he sees for next year based on their play during last weekend's minicamp.
Fielding a question from the audience during the Dallas All Association Hall of Fame luncheon Monday, Romo said, "I think we've got a chance to go real deep. I think this team has a shot at winning the whole thing."
Asked to clarify his statements following the luncheon, Romo didn't back down. He said the Cowboys have as good a chance as anybody.
"I think part of it is what I saw at camp and part of it is what we've got coming back," Romo said. "But seeing what I saw at camp excites me."
Romo is also feeling good about the ongoing talks with the Cowboys about a contract extension. His current deal runs through 2007.
The two sides are in the preliminary stages, but Romo said he would like to get something done before the start of the season.
What the Cowboys must decide now is how much Romo is worth.
Despite his season in 2006, he has only 11 starts. While the Houston Texans set the benchmark with their six-year, $48 million deal for Matt Schaub, who has only two career starts, Romo is still considered a developing player.
Of course, if he leads the Cowboys to the Super Bowl as he predicted Monday, the price will be much higher after the season.
Ferguson's motivation
For anyone who wonders how nose tackle Jason Ferguson will do without Bill Parcells constantly him, he has one answer.
"I am a grown man," Ferguson said. "I stay on my back. Bill wasn't my biggest critic. I was."
Ferguson acknowledges he was very fond of Parcells and had grown accustomed to his style of motivation.
He says Parcells helped him become a better player and admits he will miss him.
"That was his way of love, and I appreciated it," Ferguson said. "But I haven't been under him my whole career. I will be fine."
Burnett making a move
Linebacker Kevin Burnett has made no secret of his desire for more playing time.
Burnett believes he can have a bigger role than simply being a backup linebacker and contributing on special teams, as he's done the past two seasons.
With linebacker Akin Ayodele sidelined until training camp because of minor knee surgery, Burnett is working with the first team at inside linebacker alongside Bradie James.
He plans to use the additional reps to show the coaches exactly what he can do.
"I am trying to take advantage of the opportunity," Burnett said. "Hopefully, it can turn into something good."
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