JJ Watt steps in as CBS Sports' lead NFL game analyst, replacing Romo
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 1:26 PM
Last updated Oct 22, 2026
JJ Watt has been officially named the new lead NFL game analyst for CBS Sports, as announced on October 22, 2026. He will call games alongside Jim Nantz and Tracy Wolfson, including the upcoming Super Bowl next season. This change follows Tony Romo's leave after an incident in July concerning suspected drunk driving. CBS Sports has not disclosed the specifics of Watt's new multi-year contract. The network will continue to cover NFL games throughout the season while adapting to this leadership transition.
- •JJ Watt promoted to CBS' top broadcasting crew on October 22, 2026
- •Watt will work with Jim Nantz and Tracy Wolfson
- •Tony Romo was placed on leave after a July incident
- •CBS has not revealed financial details of Watt's contract
- •Watt will call next season's Super Bowl
- 1:26 PMYahoo Sports — CBS names J.J. Watt its No. 1 analyst beyond 2026
- 12:52 PMYahoo Sports — JJ Watt officially announced as CBS Sports' lead NFL game analyst, replacing Tony Romo
"JJ Watt was promoted to CBS' top broadcasting crew after Tony Romo was placed on leave.
"The upcoming game of broadcaster musical chairs has already begun.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 22, 2026, 1:26 PMCBS names J.J. Watt its No. 1 analyst beyond 2026
The upcoming game of broadcaster musical chairs has already begun.
- Yahoo SportsOct 22, 2026, 12:52 PMJJ Watt officially announced as CBS Sports' lead NFL game analyst, replacing Tony Romo
JJ Watt was promoted to CBS' top broadcasting crew after Tony Romo was placed on leave.
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