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<h2>Early Life and Background</h2>
<p><a href="/biography/tony-romo">Antonio Ramiro Romo</a>, widely known as Tony Romo, was born on April 21, 1980, in San Diego, California. He gained national recognition as an American football quarterback, most notably for his career with the Dallas Cowboys in the National Football League (NFL).</p>

<h2>High School and College Football Career</h2>
<p>Romo was a <a href="/biography/tony-romo">standout athlete</a> in high school and continued to shine in college at Eastern Illinois University (EIU) in Charleston, Illinois. He played for the school's football team in the NCAA Division I-AA, where his on-field performance quickly captured attention. Romo completed 59% of his pass attempts for 2,583 yards and 27 touchdowns in one season and earned multiple accolades during his time at EIU.</p>

<p>As a junior, Romo led Division I-AA in passing efficiency (PE) and was honored as the Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) Player of the Year. On October 14, 2002, he ran for an 8-yard touchdown on the final play of the game, giving EIU a dramatic 25–24 win over Eastern Kentucky University; the performance earned him the title of OVC Player of the Week.</p>

<p>In 2002, Romo made history as the first player from both EIU and the OVC to win the prestigious Walter Payton Award, recognizing the most outstanding offensive player in Division I-AA. He finished his college career with a record 85 touchdown passes, ranking third in conference history with 8,212 passing yards and second in school history with 941 pass attempts and 584 completions.</p>

<h2>Undrafted to NFL Stardom</h2>
<p>Despite his college success, Romo went undrafted in the 2003 NFL Draft. However, he signed with the Dallas Cowboys as an undrafted free agent. Though other teams, including interest from then-Denver Broncos <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mike_Shanahan">coach</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mike_Shanahan">Mike Shanahan</a>, pursued him, the Cowboys secured his talents.</p>

<p>In 2004, the Cowboys signed <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vinny_Testaverde">veteran quarterback</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vinny_Testaverde">Vinny Testaverde</a> following the release of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quincy_Carter">Quincy Carter</a>. Romo eventually earned the backup quarterback role in 2005. His breakout moment came on October 23, 2006, when he replaced starting <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Drew_Bledsoe">quarterback</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Drew_Bledsoe">Drew Bledsoe</a> at halftime against the New York Giants. Shortly thereafter, Romo was named the team’s starting quarterback.</p>

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<h2>NFL Career Achievements and Challenges</h2>
<p>Romo quickly gained recognition for his skill and leadership on the field. He was selected to the Pro Bowl in 2006, 2007, 2009, and 2014. Under his leadership, the Cowboys made multiple playoff appearances. He became the franchise leader in passing touchdowns and set team records including the most 300-yard passing games and multiple instances of three or more touchdown passes in a game.</p>

<p>One of Romo's notable career statistics includes having one of the highest passer ratings in the fourth quarter among NFL quarterbacks during his tenure. His late-game performances consistently demonstrated his poise and accuracy under pressure.</p>

<p>However, Romo's career was also marked by multiple injuries. In 2008, he injured his right-hand pinky finger, causing him to miss three games. In 2010, he suffered a broken left clavicle, and he also dealt with rib and back injuries in subsequent seasons. Despite these setbacks, he remained the starting quarterback for the Cowboys through several seasons and led the team through significant moments.</p>

<h2>Contract and Financial Success</h2>
<p>In 2007, Romo signed a six-year contract extension with the Dallas Cowboys, which significantly boosted his earnings. Over the course of his playing career and subsequent broadcasting role, he accumulated a net worth estimated at $45 million. At the peak of his NFL career, his salary reached $15 million, reflecting his value to the team and the league.</p>

<h2>Personal Life</h2>
<p>On May 28, 2011, Romo married <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Кроуфорд-Ромо,_Кэндис">Candice Crawford</a>, a former Miss Missouri (2008) and a sports journalist for KDAF-TV in Dallas. The couple welcomed their first child, Hawkins Crawford Romo, on April 9, 2012. Romo has since transitioned into a broadcasting career, continuing to play a prominent role in the world of professional football through his commentary and analysis.</p>

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