J.J. Watt to replace Tony Romo as CBS Sports analyst for 2026 NFL season

J.J. Watt is set to take over as CBS Sports' primary NFL analyst for the upcoming season, following Tony Romo's leave of absence due to a DUI arrest. Jim Nantz will continue to serve as the play-by-play voice alongside Watt, who joined CBS in 2023 and has since become a prominent figure in broadcasting. Watt's new role comes as CBS makes changes ahead of the regular season, which kicks off on September 13, when the Texans host the Buffalo Bills. While Romo's future with CBS remains uncertain, Watt's promotion positions him for a potentially permanent role based on performance this season.

• 4:47 PMYahoo Sports — Former Texans great J.J. Watt dubbed CBS Sports' new No.1, will replace Tony Romo