Tony Romo and CBS have officially parted ways, a move that saw CBS negotiate a settlement to end Romo’s remaining contract. This surprising development hit the news, and on Wednesday, Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones jumped on 105.3 The Fan in Dallas to share his thoughts on his former franchise quarterback.
Jones Addresses Romo’s Departure and His Personal Feelings
Jones didn’t hold back, opening up about his deep connection with Romo. “Tony is one of the most valued relationships that I have on a personal basis,” Jones declared. You could feel the emotion when he added, “I love him and I’m sorry that he’s , I’m sorry this has evolved this way this year because I enjoyed him so much, in what he could bring to the NFL and, frankly, I was proud of him as a former Cowboy.” It’s clear Jones admired Romo’s broadcasting work, seeing him represent the Cowboys legacy even after his playing days.
“He’s Just Getting Started”: Jones’s Unwavering Faith
Despite the CBS split and the implications of a network wanting out of a contract, Jones remained absolutely bullish on Romo’s future. He reiterated, “Now, having said all of that, he’s just getting started. He really is. And he’s , I say that with all sincerity. He’s just getting started.” Jones even acknowledged Romo’s imperfections, saying his former QB “made some mistakes” and “realizes that there’s an area of his life that he wants to do better in. And that’s been said ad nauseam publicly.” But none of that dampened his enthusiasm. “He’s got great opportunity ahead of him,” Jones insisted. “I don’t know of anyone , period , that has a better future than Tony Romo. And I’m excited for him. He’s not only got great talent but he’s a hell of a man.” It’s a ringing endorsement that speaks volumes about Jones’s belief in Romo, even as his broadcasting path takes an unexpected turn.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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