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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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Sep 18, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Alex Smith (11) attempts a pass during the game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 18, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Alex Smith (11) attempts a pass during the game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports /

1. Kansas City Chiefs

This is a great fit for a few reasons. Over his four-year tenure in Kansas City, general manager John Dorsey has shown a propensity for working ahead, addressing problems a year in advance. Dorsey’s quarterback, Alex Smith, is 33 years old and has a contract that will likely be terminated or extended after the 2017 season.

With that in mind, the Chiefs could draft a quarterback, or go after Romo (or, both). Kansas City only has $4.6 million in cap space, but could create an additional $18 million by cutting Nick Foles and Jamaal Charles. If the Chiefs brought Romo in, they would also cut Smith, saving $9.7 million while taking on Romo’s $14 million number.

Romo would make Kansas City instant favorites to win the Super Bowl. The rest of the roster is loaded to the hilt with talents like Justin Houston, Travis Kelce, Marcus Peters, Tyreek Hill, Eric Berry and more. The offensive line is also solid with tackles Mitchell Schwartz and Eric Fisher, providing Romo with a chance to stay healthy.

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Of all the teams that could realistically trade for Romo, the Chiefs might have the most incentive. They also give Romo the best chance to win before he retires.

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