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Milwaukee County sheriff stop leads CBS to sideline Romo

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CBS Sports placed lead NFL analyst Tony Romo on indefinite leave after his July 23 arrest in Wisconsin on suspicion of operating a vehicle under the influence. Milwaukee County deputies stopped Romo on Interstate 43, citing his driving in a gore area, red glassy eyes, alcohol odor, poor field tests, an open container and refusal of an intoxication test. Body camera footage later showed Romo saying he was coming from a golf course. CBS confirmed former Texans star J.J. Watt will replace Romo, who has a court date set for September 21, 2026.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.

Timeline of Events

On November 2, 2016 (20:00 CST), Tony Romo played his final NFL season game for Dallas.
On April 4, 2017 (12:00 CDT), Tony Romo officially retired from professional football playing career.
On September 10, 2017 (15:00 CDT), Tony Romo debuted as CBS lead NFL game analyst.
On March 29, 2020 (10:00 CDT), Tony Romo signed a lucrative ten-year contract extension.
On July 23, 2026 (18:18 CDT), Tony Romo was arrested on Interstate 43 in Wisconsin.
On July 24, 2026 (09:00 CDT), Milwaukee County Sheriff released initial details regarding traffic stop.
On July 29, 2026 (14:00 CDT), body camera footage from the traffic stop became public.
On July 31, 2026 (09:00 CDT), CBS Sports placed Tony Romo on indefinite leave.
On July 31, 2026 (12:00 CDT), J.J. Watt was named interim lead game analyst.
On September 21, 2026 (08:30 CDT), Tony Romo is scheduled for a court appearance.
In September 2026 (00:00 CDT), J.J. Watt will broadcast opening NFL game weeks.
In January 2027 (00:00 CST), network evaluations will determine long-term broadcast booth futures.

News Intelligence

CBS Sports benches lead analyst Tony Romo indefinitely after arrest.

Long-term broadcasting future remains uncertain amid ongoing legal proceedings.

Sports media industry, CBS network, and football fans are affected.

Readers should prioritize official network statements and police reports.