Tony Romo, the former Dallas Cowboys quarterback and current CBS Sports commentator, was arrested for operating while under the influence (OWI) in Wisconsin over the weekend. Details surrounding the arrest have not been fully disclosed.
CBS Sports replaced Romo with J.J. Watt for its NFL broadcasts following the arrest. The network has not commented on the situation or Romo's future with the broadcaster.
Romo signed a significant contract with CBS, reportedly valued at $180 million. The terms and duration of this contract have drawn attention amidst the recent legal troubles. The New York Post suggested that his substantial salary should not be a factor in determining the consequences of his arrest, emphasizing that OWI is a serious offense regardless of professional standing or financial status.
Romo's career with CBS began after his retirement from the NFL in 2017. He quickly became a prominent voice in NFL broadcasting, known for his analysis. Despite a recent rough patch, including a horse named RomoLand being scratched from a race at Los Alamitos, Romo's professional future, particularly his role at CBS, remains uncertain following the OWI arrest.