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CBS Sports places Tony Romo on leave following OWI arrest

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 3:05 PM

Last updated Aug 4, 2026

CBS Sports places Tony Romo on leave following OWI arrest

Summary

Tony Romo has been placed on leave by CBS Sports after an OWI arrest in Wisconsin 12 days ago. Romo received three citations from the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office following his arrest after a golf tournament. Speculation arises that CBS may invoke a morals clause in Romo's contract, which could lead to a legal dispute over up to $72 million. Discussions regarding Romo's future have increased, with J.J. Watt stepping in to cover his role alongside Jim Nantz. CBS previously expressed concerns about Romo's declining performance, which they attributed to inadequate preparation.

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By the Numbers

•Tony Romo arrested for OWI after a golf tournament in Wisconsin.
•CBS Sports may use a morals clause to terminate Romo's contract.
•Romo's current deal is worth $72 million over four years.
•J.J. Watt is filling Romo's role during his leave.
•CBS executives had earlier raised concerns about Romo's analysis quality.

Latest Updates

3:05 PMYahoo Sports — NFL Rumors: ‘High-Stakes Legal Battle’ on the Horizon if CBS ‘Shoehorns’ Tony Romo’s OWI Arrest To Solve $72 Million Problem

What they're saying

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Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo was placed on leave by CBS Sports after being arrested on suspicion of operating a vehicle under the influence 12 days ago. Romo, who was arrested in Wisconsin after a golf tournament, received three citations from the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office.
— Yahoo Sports

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