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Tony Romo, facing new citations, 'accepts full responsibility'

PUBLISHED Aug 28, 2026, 12:31 AM ET

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Tony Romo received three new citations Thursday tied to his July 23 arrest in Milwaukee on suspicion of operating while intoxicated, while his representative said Romo accepts full responsibility. Court records cited by Milwaukee-area reporting show allegations of first-offense OWI, unsafe passing on the right and possessing open intoxicants in a motor vehicle. Romo had previously been cited for refusing an intoxication test after the arrest. Milwaukee County sheriff’s records say he performed poorly on field sobriety tests before being booked and released. CBS Sports placed Romo on leave until further notice on July 31. CBS Sports president David Berson said Aug. 11 that the network had no timetable for deciding Romo’s future. J.J. Watt has replaced him alongside Jim Nantz on CBS’s lead NFL team. Romo’s representative said he is working with authorities and communicating with CBS about next steps. He is scheduled to appear in court September 21.

By Michael Grant | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

On July 23, Romo was arrested after Milwaukee traffic stop.
On July 24, authorities reported field sobriety testing and booking.
On July 27, Romo received citation for refusing intoxication testing.
On July 28, Milwaukee authorities released body camera footage publicly.
On July 29, reports detailed an open alcohol container citation.
On July 31, CBS placed Romo on leave indefinitely thereafter.
On August 11, CBS said no timetable existed for Romo.
On August 27, authorities filed three additional citations against Romo.
On August 27, Romo’s representative accepted responsibility and discussed CBS.
On September 21, Romo is scheduled for his court appearance.
After September, CBS may reassess Romo’s broadcasting future following proceedings.
Through 2030, CBS contract terms may remain central to negotiations.
In coming months, court outcomes may influence CBS employment decisions.

News Intelligence

Immediate US impact: CBS faces continued uncertainty over its lead NFL broadcast analyst.
Possible long-term US impact: The case could reshape CBS's NFL lineup and contract strategy.
Most affected groups: Tony Romo, CBS Sports, J.J. Watt, Jim Nantz, NFL viewers.
Reader priority: Prioritize court records, CBS statements, and attributed reporting over commentary.

Media Bias

Articles Published:: 31
Right Leaning:: 3
Left Leaning:: 6
Neutral:: 22

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Left: Coverage emphasizes workplace consequences, accountability, and CBS's reputational concerns. Center: Coverage emphasizes citations, official records, statements, dates, and CBS's uncertainty. Right: Coverage more often emphasizes personal responsibility, career jeopardy, and controversy.