Fantasy Football Profile: Tony Romo

Tony Romo seems to be in the headlines quite a bit. 

Whether he’s breaking up with Jessica Simpson, finishing second in a golf tournament, or watching his favorite ex-wide receiver's new reality show, Romo has kept his name out there. 

In the fantasy world, it’s his game we’re worried about. 

The Cowboys are hoping it’s addition by subtraction with Terrell Owens moving on to Buffalo, and Roy Williams will get the opportunity to be the No. 1 wide receiver with an actual quarterback. 

Jason Witten, Romo's favorite target (much to T.O.’s dismay), is ready for another big year, and Patrick Crayton and Miles Austin are also decent options at wideout. 

Plus, the Cowboys have a trio of solid backs in Marion Barber III, Felix Jones, and Tashard Choice. 

With Jessica out of the picture, perhaps Romo will spend a little less time tending to her needs…not that I blame him.

Playing in the NFC East, Romo naturally has some tough matchups on his hands. In addition to the pair of games against the Giants, Eagles, and Redskins, he will face the Panthers, Packers, and Chargers, who I expect to improve dramatically, and the Raiders, who are tough against the pass. 

The only easy games appear to be Weeks 4 and 5 against Denver and Kansas City and Week 15 against New Orleans. 

Fortunately for Romo and his fantasy owners, the Cowboys should have enough firepower for him to put up numbers, regardless of the matchup. 

I’m not thrilled with his playoff matchups against San Diego, New Orleans, and Washington, but that's not enough to dissuade me from taking him in the fifth or sixth round. 

I think he’ll come in somewhere in between his amazing 2007 season and his somewhat disappointing 2008 season, with 3800 yards and 28 touchdowns. 

Oh, and he’ll probably add another hot, blonde singer as a girlfriend before the season starts.

Originally published at LestersLegends.com.