Tony Romo remains absent in CBS announcing schedule for first weeks

CBS Sports released its announcing schedule for Weeks 2 and 3 of the 2026 NFL season, confirming that Tony Romo will not call games alongside Jim Nantz. J.J. Watt will continue to step in for Romo, creating uncertainty about Romo's future with the network following his OWI arrest this summer. The announcement indicates Romo won't return for at least the first three weeks, further complicating his standing within CBS. Watt and Nantz are set to cover the Steelers vs. Patriots in Week 2 and the Ravens vs. Cowboys in Week 3.

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