Tony Romo Retains Position at CBS Despite Recent Arrest

Tony Romo won’t be losing his job at CBS, according to reports from the Daily Mail.

Following his recent OWI arrest in Wisconsin, the network has no intentions of letting go of its lead analyst. However, it appears he might “take a step back” from public events while dealing with the aftermath of this incident.

A source mentioned, “He might have a bit of a setback in the short term, but long-term, he’s here to stay. It just makes sense for us.”

The former Cowboys quarterback was arrested on Interstate 43 for suspicion of driving under the influence shortly after 6 p.m., as stated by the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office.

Fortunately, “Tony didn’t cause any harm to himself or anyone else, and, critically, no lives were lost,” an insider told the Daily Mail. “He understands he made a poor choice and has disappointed not just himself, but his colleagues and family.”

Realizing the gravity of the situation, Romo reached out to his supervisors right away to explain what transpired. He has already canceled scheduled golf tournament appearances and plans to keep a low profile for the next few weeks as he prepares for the upcoming NFL season.

Recently, he finished 35 over par at the Wisconsin Amateur Championship after qualifying, showcasing his passion for the game.

After his arrest, the California Post reported that Romo declined to take a sobriety test, according to sheriff’s records.

His court date is set for September 21, which conveniently falls in the second week of the NFL season.

Romo is currently under a 10-year, $180 million contract with CBS, set to expire in 2030. As he enters his 10th season as CBS’s lead NFL analyst alongside Jim Nantz, his performance has received a mix of praise and criticism.

CBS has previously supported Romo despite audience complaints regarding his on-air performance, especially following a challenging AFC Championship broadcast last January. “We acknowledge it’s a significant issue, but that doesn’t mean he’s done with us,” a CBS executive commented to the Daily Mail.