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Tony Romo faces new citations after OWI arrest, CBS return uncertain
ReTony Romo faces new citations after OWI arrest, CBS return uncertain
Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo now faces additional citations in Milwaukee related to his July OWI arrest, including unsafe passing and possessing open intoxicants in his vehicle. CBS Sports says it is still assessing his broadcasting future.
Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo is facing several new citations in Milwaukee related to his July arrest on suspicion of operating a vehicle while intoxicated, according to newly filed court records. The additional charges include first-offense operating while intoxicated, unsafe passing on the right side, and possessing open intoxicants inside his vehicle, as reported by the New York Post.
Romo was stopped on a highway in Milwaukee and performed poorly on field sobriety tests, according to police reports. He was released and is scheduled to appear in court in September. Shortly after the arrest, CBS Sports placed him on leave from broadcasting duties until further notice.
A spokesperson for Romo issued a statement saying he accepts full responsibility for his actions and has taken proactive steps to resolve the matter. The statement described the case as a civil matter rather than a criminal one and noted that Romo is working with local authorities and communicating with CBS about next steps.
The new citations could further complicate Romo's return to the broadcast booth. CBS Sports president David Berson recently described the situation as evolving and said there is no timetable or final decision regarding Romo's future with the network. Berson declined to comment on the legal aspects, citing it as a personnel and legal matter.
Commentator Boomer Esiason speculated on WFAN that Romo's time with CBS may be over, saying he would likely need to move on and get things straightened out. Esiason acknowledged his comments were purely speculation given the circumstances.
Romo joined CBS Sports in 2017 after retiring from the NFL, quickly becoming one of the network's lead analysts. He has called multiple Super Bowls and is widely regarded as one of the most prominent voices in football broadcasting. The arrest and subsequent legal developments have cast uncertainty over his career in the booth.
The case remains pending, and Romo's next court appearance is set for September. CBS has not announced any changes to its broadcast lineup beyond the initial leave of absence.
