After the reign of Tony Romo as quarterback of the Dallas Cowboys, the team may be looking at Johnny Manziel to take on the key role next, based on an article by Sports Illustrated. Romo is already 34 years old and struggling with injuries but the Cowboys extended his contract until 2019 for a hefty $119.5 million.
Manziel, in the meantime, is predicted to be picked in the first round of the 2014 NFL draft. The Cowboys, however, have to wait for their turn with their 16th pick. While the Cowboys need to improve their defensive roster first, the availability of Manziel might change their draft options. A 16th pick may be a long shot for the Cowboys, but Jerry Jones can still turn things around and acquire the player he always wanted, writes Sporting News. Jerry Jones, general manager of the Dallas Cowboys, was impressed by Manziel's skills and performance while he was playing for Texas A&M.
Houston Texans, who themselves are in need of a young and promising quarterback, may take the opportunity away, considering that they have the top 1 overall pick on May 8, 2014.
As for the Dallas Cowboys, they still have to consider how Manziel's presence will affect the overall team synergy and if his playing style will match those of the marquee team. According to Mel Kiper, a draft analyst, Manziel is in a class by himself when it comes to rating. He added that Manziel is a pass or fail quarterback and not truly graded. He has to fit the system and approach if the team wants to win championships. He does not conveniently fit in just any team, according to a report by NBC Sports.
Although Jones was talking about how good Manziel was in his college days, things can still change drastically. Given that the Heisman-trophy winner was still available by the 16th pick, the Cowboys might just choose someone to boost their defensive line after all.
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