"The Dallas Cowboys have decided not to pursue signing a veteran quarterback at this time, a team source said -- a strong indication that the team believes Tony Romo should be capable of both starting and throwing effectively against the New York Giants on Sunday night in a game that will determine which team wins the NFC East and advances to the playoffs.

"He will be fine,'' said another source.

Romo suffered a bruised hand when he struck it on Jason Babin's helmet on the fourth offensive play of the team's 20-7 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles on Saturday.

Romo was unable to return because he could not properly grip the football. Romo stood on the sideline with his hand heavily bandaged for the remainder of the game and it appeared badly swollen as he departed the stadium without making his customary appearance in the interview room.

Romo spoke to a few trailing reporters as he left and expressed his confidence that he would practice at some point this week and be ready to play the Giants."