Cam Newton: 5 Reasons Jerry Jones, Dallas Cowboys Will Trade Up To Snag QB

The name Cam Newton just will not go away for Cowboys fans, will it? He was interviewed by Cowboys owner Jerry Jones and crew during the combine and since then there has been a firestorm of controversy surrounding quarterback Tony Romo and the former Auburn signal-caller.

Why is Jerry interested in Newton? Is this a smoke screen by the team about the possibility of bringing the controversial QB to Valley Ranch? Is it a ploy to fire up Romo and the team, or is it just routine combine behavior?

I think it may be a mix of everything. Trying to fit Newton in head coach Jason Garrett’s offense is the equivalent of trying to fit Steve Harvey in a suit that fits—it just won’t work. But what if Jason is able to develop Newton into a strong enough passer to where he can lead the team into the playoffs with his arm and not his legs?

I understand that Newton would be a project of at least three years and I’m not sure if Jerry is willing to wait that long. But what if Jerry has lost patience with Romo and he really is interested in grabbing Newton?

Here are five reasons why Jerry may snag Cam Newton with the ninth pick.

Newton’s Athletic Ability

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GLENDALE, AZ - JANUARY 10: Cameron Newton #2 of the Auburn Tigers runs down field against Cliff Harris #13 of the Oregon Ducks during the Tostitos BCS National Championship Game at University of Phoenix Stadium on January 10, 2011 in Glendale, Arizona.

Plain and simple: Cam was a beast in college. He willed that Auburn team to victory against Alabama after the Tigers were down by 24 points. Newton is 6'5" and 248 pounds, so I’m sure the ‘Boys can find some things for Cam to do. He has a decent arm. If he’s in trouble, he’ll just take off and run with it, a la Mike Vick against the Vikings in the playoffs.

Romo’s Inability to Win in the Playoffs

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MINNEAPOLIS - OCTOBER 17: Marc Colombo #75 and Tony Romo #9 of the Dallas Cowboys celebrate during the game against the Minnesota Vikings at Mall of America Field on October 17, 2010 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images)

This one is a little tough because to judge Romo’s playoff record is unfair. The loss against the Giants wasn’t his fault and neither was the one against the Vikings. However, you are judged by your record and how you perform in the postseason, and so far Romo is just 1-2. He’ll get more chances, but if the Cowboys lose another playoff game, the calls to get rid of Tony Romo will just continue to get louder.

Jerry’s Need To Develop Another Quarterback

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PHILADELPHIA, PA - JANUARY 02: Stephen McGee #7 of the Dallas Cowboys in action against the Philadelphia Eagles on January 2, 2011 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Cowboys defeated the Eagles 14-13. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Get

I understand that Romo is only 31 years old and he’s only been the starter in Dallas for about four years. However, he will not be around forever. If the Cowboys fail to reach another Super Bowl under his guidance, then Jones may not have a choice. Newton may not be the answer, but if he falls to the ninth pick or even to the second round, why not take a chance?

Cowboys Need a New Leader

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IRVING, TX - OCTOBER 21: Quarterback Tony Romo #9 of the Dallas Cowboys yells the play during the game against the Minnesota Vikings at Texas Stadium on October 21, 2007 in Irving, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Before this reason is thrown out the window, just ask this question: When have you seen Romo take a vocal lead on the field besides calling a play? Yeah, he blew up in the Giants playoff game because his offensive line broke down, but was that enough?

When Terrell Owens was finally released, weren’t there whispers that Romo wasn’t a strong enough leader to rein in Terrell’s huge personality? If that problem pops up again with Dez Bryant, can Romo lead that team through the potential turmoil?

Cowboys Offensive Line

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ARLINGTON, TX - OCTOBER 25: Quarterback Tony Romo #9 of the Dallas Cowboys lies on the field after a left shoulder injury in the second quarter against the New York Giants at Cowboys Stadium on October 25, 2010 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Mart

Let's just say that Jerry fails to improve the offensive line and instead addresses the secondary and other defensive issues. Romo will still be a sitting duck and who’s to say that the team won’t lose him again to injury due to a breakdown in a blocking assignment?

Not saying that an injury couldn’t happen to Newton, but he’s a more elusive quarterback than Romo, and with his weight and strength, he can sustain a bigger blow.