American sportscaster for CBS since the 1980s; Masters lead broadcaster since 1989; NFL lead play-by-play since 2004
CBS Sports has placed former Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo on leave “until further notice.” JJ Watt will join Jim Nantz and Tracy Wolfson as CBS’s lead NFL team during Romo’s absence. Romo faces a Sept. 21 court date after Wisconsin authorities cited an open bottle and impairment at a July 23 stop on I-43.
Former Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo has had the case against him amended to include citations for open intoxicants, unsafe passing on the right and first-offense operating while intoxicated. He had previously been cited for refusing a sobriety test. CBS Sports and CBS affiliates report on the ongoing civil matter as Romo remains a leading NFL analyst.
The Cubs’ star third baseman has suffered facial fractures after a foul ball struck him in the face near the on-deck circle. He has undergone hospital checks and is expected to fly back to Chicago. Cubs are contending for a playoff spot with one wild-card game left.