Greg Olsen emerges as potential CBS replacement for Tony Romo
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 9:31 AM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Following Tony Romo's indefinite leave from CBS after an OWI arrest, Greg Olsen is being considered as a potential replacement. Reports indicate that CBS has appointed J.J. Watt as an interim analyst for their top crew. Olsen, a former Carolina Panthers tight end and current FOX color analyst, is under contract but has the option to leave for a No. 1 role. Romo has four years and $72 million remaining on his current contract, which would need resolution if a change is made.
- •Tony Romo is on indefinite leave from CBS due to an arrest.
- •J.J. Watt has been named as an interim replacement.
- •Greg Olsen could be a candidate if CBS decides on a permanent change.
- •Olsen is currently under contract with FOX but can opt out for a better role.
- •Romo's contract with CBS is valued at $72 million over four years.
- 9:31 AMYahoo Sports — Panthers legend mentioned as possible replacement for Tony Romo at CBS
"A Panthers great and a three-time Emmy award-winning broadcaster could have a big gig awaiting him.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
NFL•Oct 19, 2026, 3:02 AMNFL Week 6: Biggest Winners and Losers, Including the Cleveland Browns and Mike McDaniel
NFL•Oct 19, 2026, 3:02 AM49ers Star Rips Bills Vet Over Altercation With Raiders TE Brock Bowers
NFL•Oct 19, 2026, 2:54 AMColts franchise falls to new low of mediocrity after being upset at home by once winless Titans
NFL•Oct 19, 2026, 2:52 AMPanthers QB Bryce Young makes franchise, NFL history in Week 6
NFL•Oct 19, 2026, 2:29 AMJavonte Williams scores 1-yard TD, Packers still lead Cowboys 17-7- NFL•Oct 19, 2026, 2:23 AMGiants HC John Harbaugh Sends Clear Message on J.J. McCarthy After Winston Benching
