CBS Sports names J.J. Watt as Tony Romo's temporary replacement
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
After Tony Romo was arrested on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence, CBS Sports appointed former Wisconsin Badgers player J.J. Watt as his temporary replacement. Romo has officially been placed on leave while his future in the broadcasting role remains uncertain. Watt, who began his CBS career as a studio analyst for 'The NFL Today' in 2023 and debuted in the booth last year, will join Jim Nantz and Tracy Wolfson in the top broadcasting team. A replacement for the color commentator position with Ian Eagle and Evan Washburn has yet to be announced.
- •Romo was arrested on suspicion of DUI in Wisconsin.
- •J.J. Watt is named as Romo's temporary replacement.
- •Watt has previously worked as a CBS studio analyst since 2023.
- •Watt joins the top broadcasting team including Jim Nantz and Tracy Wolfson.
- •A replacement for Ian Eagle and Evan Washburn's color commentator is pending.
- 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — CBS Sports names Wisconsin Badgers legend as Tony Romo's replacement
"After Tony Romo was arrested in Wisconsin on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence, CBS had no choice but to name a replacement.
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