Top 4 Reasons Robert Griffin III Could Move To Dallas
By: Brady Speers
Could the face of the Washington Redskins and the reason why the franchise gave up three first round picks and a second round selection in the 2012 NFL draft be making a team change? Is Dallas the destination?
While it may be unlikely because of the division rivalry, there are a few reasons why Griffin could be representing the Dallas as the Cowboys starting quarterback. There numerous reasons as to why the Redskins should consider releasing Griffin, there are a few key signals for the former Heisman winner to make the move. For Robert Griffin III to move certain variables need to fall into place before next season.
1. Dan Snyder Agrees
If Kirk Cousins continues playing relatively well and is the clear choice for the 2015 starting quarterback position, Washington’s Owner Dan Snyder would still need to agree for a change. Ever since Griffin began his NFL career in Washington, Snyder has always been a major advocate of the athlete and vouched that Griffin is exactly what the Redskins need in the organization. Bruce Allen, the Redskins President, and Jay Gruden will need persuade Snyder to trade Griffin to pursue other options.
2. Tony Romo Remains Broken
Tony Romo, the Cowboys starting QB is really starting to act his age. Multiple back surgeries, missed practices, and poor game performance have plagued Romo and could force a look at retirement. The looming questions about the quarterback’s health is an obvious red flag.
Even though Romo continues to get pummeled, he keeps getting up. He is definitely a tough player, there is no doubt about that, but how much longer can he keep it up? As a side note Cowboys General Manager Jerry Jones still continues to support the quarterback dolling out a six year, $108 million extension.
If Romo’s back issues continue and he is unable complete the season, a retirement or potential release in the offseason suddenly becomes a possibility. With the remaining cap charges from the restructuring of Romo’s deal this offseason would cost the Cowboys franchise almost $10 million more against the team’s 2015 salary cap than keeping him on the roster. With no real options in sight for a replacement the Cowboys definitely need to explore other opportunities as a new starting QB, and not making the mistake of starting Brandon Weeden.
3. The 2015 Franchise QB Class
The best QB prospects for the 2015 NFL Draft are UCLA’s Brett Hundley and Oregon’s Marcus Mariota. It’s still very early in the season and there can be plenty of other top prospects emerging. However with St. Louis, Houston, and Tampa Bay probably thinking about a new QB, the chance of the Cowboys acquiring a rookie quarterback as good as Hundley and Mariota is extremely low.
Even with Griffin’s numerous injuries, he’d still most likely have the advantage over any quarterback outside of Mariota and Hundley.
4. Jerry Jones
Jerry Jones, outspoken President, Owner, and General Manager of the Dallas Cowboys, personally saw Robert Griffin’s performance in Week 17 of 2012 when the Redskins rejected the Cowboys from winning the NFC East.
If the Cowboys and Jerry Jones offered the Redskins an offer they couldn’t refuse would that be enough? The offer for Griffin would need to convince Snyder and Allen to send Griffin to one of their division rivals? Considering Griffin is only under his current contract through 2015, with a team option in 2016, the idea is enticing.
