CBS NFL Analyst Tony Romo Arrested for OWI in Milwaukee
Tony Romo, a CBS NFL analyst, has been placed on indefinite leave after being arrested and charged with operating while intoxicated in Milwaukee. An open bottle of alcohol was reportedly found in his vehicle during the traffic stop.
St. Louis, MO, July 31, 2026 —
Tony Romo, a prominent NFL analyst for CBS Sports, has been placed on an indefinite leave of absence following his arrest in Milwaukee. The former Dallas Cowboys quarterback was charged with operating while intoxicated (OWI).
According to reports, Romo was taken into custody after a traffic stop in Milwaukee. During the stop, authorities reportedly discovered an open bottle of alcohol inside his vehicle. The specific details surrounding the circumstances of the traffic stop and the arrest were not immediately available.
CBS Sports has confirmed Romo’s leave from his broadcasting duties but has not provided a timeline for his potential return. The network has not commented further on the situation.
Romo, who transitioned to broadcasting after a successful NFL career, has been a key figure in CBS’s NFL coverage since 2017. His indefinite leave means he will be absent from upcoming broadcasts.
The charge of operating while intoxicated is a serious offense. Further information regarding the legal proceedings against Romo is expected to emerge as the case progresses through the court system. The contractor’s name was not provided. The fine amount was not provided.
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