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Tony Romo rumors: 5 teams that should trade for him

By Matt Verderame

Jan 1, 2017; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo (9) warms up before action against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 1, 2017; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo (9) warms up before action against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports /
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Aug 18, 2016; Foxborough, MA, USA; Chicago Bears head coach John Fox watches from the sideline as they take on the New England Patriots in the first half at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 18, 2016; Foxborough, MA, USA; Chicago Bears head coach John Fox watches from the sideline as they take on the New England Patriots in the first half at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports /

4. Chicago Bears

Another NFC team with a bad record and a ton of money to spend. In this case, Chicago might be a nice fit for multiple reasons. For starters, urgency. General manager Ryan Pace and head coach John Fox are entering their third seasons with the Bears. Another 4-12 campaign might have both out the door. Romo would bring an instant upgrade at quarterback over Jay Cutler, and perhaps entice wide receiver Alshon Jeffery to stay in town.

In addition, Chicago can release Cutler, saving $14 million against the cap. If the Bears do this, they would have roughly $68 million to spend this offseason, allowing them to upgrade the offensive line and weapons around Romo. They already have a promising young back in Jordan Howard, who made it to the Pro Bowl as a rookie.

Romo also went to college at Eastern Illinois, a short drive from the Windy City. It would make sense for him to play a few seasons with the Bears before retiring. He could also serve as a bridge to the future, allowing Chicago to draft a quarterback and groom him behind Romo. This is essential for most teams looking to bring him into the fold.

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