Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback and current CBS NFL analyst Tony Romo is facing three formal charges following his arrest in Milwaukee County on July 23. According to online court records, the charges include operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI), possessing open intoxicants, and unsafe passing on the right. These charges were officially filed on Thursday, Aug. 27.
The incident occurred while Romo was driving southbound on I-43. Law enforcement officials stated that Romo was initially stopped for unsafe passing on the right and for cutting across the gore. During the traffic stop, officers discovered an open container in the passenger seat of his vehicle. Following the stop, Romo performed poorly on standard field sobriety tests (SFSTs) and ultimately declined to take a breathalyzer test.
Bodycam footage from the incident, which surfaced on July 28, shows Romo explaining to the officer that he was traveling to his grandparents’ house after spending time at a nearby golf course, where he had participated in the Wisconsin Amateur Championship. After a brief discussion with the officer, Romo was taken into custody and placed in the back of a police cruiser.
In the aftermath of the arrest, CBS placed Romo on administrative leave on July 31. J.J. Watt has since been tapped to join Jim Nantz in the broadcast booth, replacing Romo on the network’s top team. Regarding the timeline for a potential return, CBS Sports president David Berson stated on Aug. 11 that there is no set date, emphasizing that the network must consider the impact of the situation on its brand and public image.
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones addressed the situation during an interview with KDFW Fox 4, confirming that he has been in communication with his former quarterback. Expressing his continued support, Jones stated, “I love him. I love what he’s about. I love his character. I love his love of sport.”
Jones further defended Romo’s ability to navigate difficult circumstances, noting that the former player has faced adversity throughout his life. “He had a life of that. And absolutely, that’s one of his greatest attributes, is that he can handle adversity,” Jones added.
Romo is currently scheduled to appear in court on Sept. 21 to address the charges. The case remains ongoing as the legal process moves forward in Milwaukee County. The report also notes that watt, who operated on CBS’ second team alongside Ian Eagle, was called up to replace Romo and work alongside Jim Nantz. The report also notes that and the real question is – and I don’t even have to ask what the answer is: Do you think Tony Romo knows how to get up when he gets knocked down. The report also notes that contributing: Chris Bumbaca, Nick Brinkerhoff.
