CBS announces Ross Tucker as new NFL announcer amid Romo's legal issues
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 9:10 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
CBS has promoted Ross Tucker to its number two NFL broadcast partnership with Ian Eagle following Tony Romo's OWI arrest and subsequent leave of absence. Tucker, who covers both college football and NFL games weekly, will take over as Romo's future at CBS remains uncertain. CBS continues to evaluate its broadcasting strategies, especially with Jim Nantz remaining key to its NFL coverage. The network seeks to maintain continuity while adapting to the changes, and Tucker has prior experience working with Eagle.
- •Ross Tucker moves to CBS's number two NFL broadcast team.
- •Tony Romo is on leave following a July OWI arrest.
- •CBS evaluates its broadcasting partnerships for the upcoming season.
- •Jim Nantz continues to play a pivotal role in CBS's NFL coverage.
- •Tucker has previous experience working alongside Ian Eagle.
- 9:10 PMYahoo Sports — CBS hands Ross Tucker NFL promotion with Tony Romo sidelined
"Tony Romo's legal troubles have caused another CBS announcer shakeup before NFL season.
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