CBS Sports president addresses Tony Romo's ongoing absence from broadcasts
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 7:36 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
During CBS's NFL season preview press conference on August 11, 2026, CBS Sports president David Berson discussed Tony Romo's leave of absence, indicating it could extend throughout the season. Berson emphasized the situation remains fluid, with no set timetable for Romo's return. J.J. Watt is confirmed as part of the lead broadcast team alongside Jim Nantz and Tracy Wolfson during Romo's absence. Berson assured that the network is focused on planning for the upcoming season despite Romo's uncertain status.
- •Tony Romo is on leave until further notice due to personal matters.
- •David Berson described the situation as evolving with no clear timeline.
- •J.J. Watt will join the lead broadcast team amid Romo's absence.
- •CBS is prioritizing planning for the new NFL season despite uncertainty.
- •Berson acknowledged the need for certainty in team direction and brand image.
- 7:36 PMYahoo Sports — CBS is "still assessing" the "evolving" Tony Romo situation
"Comments from CBS Sports president David Berson hint at a full-season absence, at a minimum, for Romo.
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