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Before Big Ben there were a lot of people in Pittsburgh wanting the Steelers to get Henson. Sometimes the best moves you make are the ones you don't make...
It is nothing short of a miracle that in 2003 the Cowboys made the playoffs with Quincy Carter, Chad Hutchinson and Drew Henson as their only QB's.
If the Cowboys know he won't be with the team in 2007, why is he on the team now. Seems like they would cut him and get someone else in who could possibly be on the team in 2007 - or would provide a better alternative in 2006.
He played in NFL Europe this year, too. And they were not happy with his performance.Loopdog said:
There are also plenty of ways to evaluate his progress behind the scenes, such as his study and practice habits, his attitude, etc. I have a feeling there's a lot more that has gone into this decision than any of us realize.
I agree, Colin. I'm surprised Tuna announced it like that as well.On some of the Cowboy boards, there's been speculation that New Orleans might have wanted him. Reportedly, Sean Payton really liked his workout when Dallas signed him and was one of his main supporters. And, Payton got to work with him for 3 years as OC of the Cowboys.I suppose those discussions fell through. And so Dallas will most likely release him now, taking a $3 million cap hit in the process.It is interesting that last week, Matt Baker was taking all of the 3rd string QB turns in Dallas' training camp. Henson took no reps in several practices. Its pretty clear that the writing was on the wall.Incidently, Dallas did trade LB Scott Shanle to New Orleans today for a late round draft pick.Colin Dowling said:
Beto, it is a matter of getting his "head right". No one questioned his arm or his mobility. The guy had prototypical size and measurements. But Parcells constantly talked about his decision making, or lack thereof. He had trouble reading defenses and making quick decisions. Parcells talked about him being really nervous and tense and that Parcells was trying to get Henson to relax and let the game come to him. Henson was thinking too much.So yes, it does seem to be a matter of getting his "head right".
He couldn't decide whether to focus on baseball or football. His two years (?) away from football to play baseball cost him dearly, IMO. I think if he had stuck it out in football and entered the NFL right away, he may have succeeded. So in a way, it was a matter of getting his head straight.
