Ta-Ta, T.O.?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/111294-dallas-cowboys-thinking-of-releasing-terrell-owens

As a Dallas Cowboys fan, I would obviously hate to see them lose the athleticism of Terrell Owens. He is an outstanding football player, no question. However, letting him go, could be one of the smartest things the Cowboys do. Skills on the field or not, his attitude is toxic. He began the season well, keeping his ego and his attitude in check, but he certainly didn't end the season that way. I think he resents Jason Whitten, Patrick Creighton, et al., and I think his relationship with Tony Romo has been tarnished, as well.

The fact is, the Cowboys did not play as a team, this season, and while there are probably any number of reasons as to why that's the case, I don't think anyone, even the most hardcore Cowboys fans, can deny that Owens's attitude, especially towards the later part of the season, was a factor in that. At the end of the day, it doesn't really matter how good you are on the field, if you pollute the locker room, off the field.

There are any number of changes the Cowboys organization can and should make during the off-season, before next year, including within the coaching staff. And, their owner, Jerry Jones could also benefit from a good stern talking to. But, it's getting harder and harder for me to defend my boys...the expression, "Dallas Cowboys...hated by many, respected by all" is holding true less and less....everyone still hates them, but their not respected the way they used to be. If Dallas wants to once again be, America's Team, then some shake-ups do need occur, before next season. And, letting go of T.O., while his skills on the field will be missed, is probably one of them.