85R21674 JCD-D
By: Raymond H.R. No. 1464
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Quarterback Tony Romo is retiring from the Dallas
Cowboys in 2017, drawing to a close a memorable career in
professional football that has spanned 14 years; and
WHEREAS, A native of San Diego, California, Tony Romo
graduated from Burlington High School in Wisconsin before going on
to play football at Eastern Illinois University; in 2003, he signed
with the Dallas Cowboys as a free agent, and three years later, he
was named the team's starting quarterback; and
WHEREAS, During his impressive tenure with the Cowboys,
Mr. Romo led the team to the playoffs on four occasions and amassed
an overall starting record of 78 wins and only 49 losses; the
four-time Pro Bowl selection further distinguished himself by
setting franchise records with 34,183 career passing yards and 248
career touchdowns, and his career passer rating of 97.1 ranks
fourth best in the National Football League; and
WHEREAS, One of the most accomplished players in Dallas
Cowboys history, Tony Romo has inspired countless football fans
with his athleticism, endurance, and commitment to excellence, and
it is indeed a pleasure to recognize him for his many contributions
to the sport; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature hereby honor Tony Romo for his outstanding career with
the Dallas Cowboys and extend to him sincere best wishes as he
embarks on the next exciting chapter of his life; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Romo as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.