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CBS moves Watt to lead booth, threatens Romo’s $180mn future
CBS has moved J.J. Watt into its premier broadcast team with Jim Nantz and Tracy Wolfson, replacing Tony Romo who was arrested in July for operating a vehicle while intoxicated. CBS Sports…
The Story in Brief
CBS has moved J.J. Watt into its premier broadcast team with Jim Nantz and Tracy Wolfson, replacing Tony Romo who was arrested in July for operating a vehicle while intoxicated. CBS Sports president David Berson said there is no timetable for Romo's return and that the network is assessing the impact on its brand. Romo, who signed a 10-year, $180 million contract in 2020, still has four years left on the deal. He is due in a Wisconsin court on September 21.
Watt joined CBS in 2023 as a studio analyst and moved to the No. 2 game team in 2025. His rapid rise to the lead booth gives CBS a credible long-term alternative. Ross Tucker has stepped into Watt's former spot alongside Ian Eagle and Evan Washburn for the new season.
The Indian Opinion
The narrative that J.J. Watt has already secured Tony Romo's job is premature. While CBS is preparing for a season without Romo, his $180 million contract and past performance give him a strong bargaining position. The real test will come when Watt calls live games with Nantz. If chemistry falters, Romo's return becomes easier. Watch how viewers and critics react to the new booth in the first few weeks.
Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
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