Dallas Cowboys
The Cowboys clearly need a backup plan when it comes to the longevity of starter Tony Romo.
Romo will be 36 when the 2016 season begins and will be returning from breaking his collarbone twice, having started in just four games this season. And at this time, the team has no solid plan for a long-term predecessor to Romo. With Matt Cassel not exactly knocking people’s socks off as a fill-in, Kaepernick could step in, sit back and learn and develop while playing backup to Romo.
The team hopes that Romo can play another four-to-five years according to owner Jerry Jones. Though, realistically due to the natural aging process and wear and tear on Romo’s body, Jones’ estimate should be slashed in half.
Jerry Jones just talked about Tony Romo playing another 4-5 years, pointed to Tom Brady still being one of the game's best at 38
— Jon Machota (@jonmachota) December 3, 2015
It’s hard to believe after a successful 2014 campaign, which saw Romo lead the team through a marvelous December and into the playoffs, that the Cowboys own one of the worst records (3-6) in the league this year.
Kaepernick just turned 28 and has plenty of talent to succeed, as proved by a successful Super Bowl run in his 2013 season. Considering Romo’s fragile health, the Cowboys must start making some bold decisions when it comes to their future and ought to take Kap into consideration.