CBS Sports and Tony Romo have mutually agreed to end their nine-year partnership. Romo, a former Dallas Cowboys quarterback, joined CBS in 2017 and had a lucrative 10-year, $180 million contract signed in 2020. Approximately four years and $72 million remained on this deal, but the financial terms of their separation were not disclosed. This departure follows Romo's arrest for operating while intoxicated in July, where he admitted to relying on pain medication from his playing days and developed an over-reliance on alcohol. He stated these were his failures and he takes responsibility, planning to focus on his health and family. Reports indicate that reviews of Romo's broadcasting performance had declined in recent seasons. The change also occurs as CBS's parent company, Paramount Skydance, is finalizing a takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery, potentially scrutinizing large talent contracts. J.J. Watt, a former Houston Texans player, will replace Romo on CBS's lead NFL broadcast team alongside Jim Nantz and Tracy Wolfson. Watt's initial reviews for his fill-in work have been mixed, with praise for his preparation but questions about his in-game commentary. The network's number two NFL broadcast team of Ian Eagle, Ross Tucker, and Evan Washburn will remain intact.