Ex-QB Tony Romo Ends CBS NFL Role After DUI Charge

Tony Romo steps down from CBS NFL role after DUI charge. Details on his departure and future plans.

October 3, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Dallas, Texas — Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo has officially ended his tenure as CBS’ lead NFL analyst following a legal incident involving a driving while intoxicated charge.

Romo was arrested in July after being pulled over on Interstate 43 in Wisconsin. Court records show he lost his license for six months, was ordered to complete an alcohol assessment, and was fined $834. CBS had placed him on indefinite leave earlier but has now finalized his departure from the network.

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CBS Sports confirmed the split in a statement, saying, CBS Sports and Tony Romo have mutually agreed to part ways. Romo addressed the situation in a public statement, expressing gratitude for his time at CBS and announcing a break to focus on his health and family. He will be replaced by analyst JJ Watt during CBS’ NFL coverage.

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