Tony Romo’s charm had waned at CBS, so it's no surprise that he's not returning
CBS Sports has officially parted ways with NFL broadcaster Tony Romo following his indefinite leave of absence due to an arrest for operating a vehicle while intoxicated. The network negotiated a buyout of his contract, citing a decline in his performance and preparation in the broadcast booth.
Why it matters
This marks a significant end to a high-profile sports broadcasting career and highlights the volatility of massive talent contracts in the sports media industry.
When Tony Romo, fresh off the field after a 13-year run as a Cowboys quarterback, joined CBS’s top NFL broadcast team in fall 2017, he made the new gig seem effortless.
Nine years and a stunning fall from grace later, in turns out that effort — or a lack of it — was a significant part of his downfall.
CBS officially “parted ways” with Romo, 46, on Friday, a little more than a month after he was put on indefinite leave following his July 23 arrest in Milwaukee for operating a vehicle while intoxicated.
The network announced the decision in a 73-word statement, which might seem terse if not for the one-sentence statement it issued upon putting him on leave in late July: “Tony Romo is on leave from his role at CBS Sports until further notice.”
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