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CBS is adjusting its NFL broadcast partnerships after Tony Romo’s recent legal troubles stemming from a July OWI arrest.
The sports media figure is currently in limbo with CBS as the network decides what his future entails. The former NFL quarterback is on leave heading into the 2026 NFL season, but it’s unclear for how long.
MORE: ESPN NFL Draft analyst Matt Miller faces charges from June car crash
CBS is pivoting its announcing duos though ahead of this fall after already promoting J.J. Watt to the lead broadcast team. Jimmy Traina reveals that former NFL player Ross Tucker is set to move up to pair with Ian Eagle as the network’s number two broadcast partnership.
Watt previously served in the booth alongside Eagle prior to his recent audition on the top broadcast with Jim Nantz. The former Houston Texans star is considered one of the fastest-rising broadcasters in the industry.
MORE: CBS’ Tony Romo update is bad news for former NFL star
CBS Sports’ Jim Nantz, Tony Romo and sideline reporter Tracy Wolfson at Super Bowl 58. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports Credit: USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Connect (Reuters)
CBS is in a precarious position at the moment as the network examines its longterm broadcasting vision. Nantz remains a staple at the network with its golf and NFL coverage.
However, Romo’s bloated contract could be relieved if CBS opts to void it following his OWI arrest in Wisconsin. CBS Sports president David Berson wouldn’t give a clear update on Romo Tuesday at “NFL on CBS” Media Day.
Tucker’s growing role with CBS bodes well for the network in the interim. He currently covers college football and NFL games in the booth weekly.
MORE: Chris Berman’s ‘Strange’ walk at the Pro Football Hall of Fame ceremony is drawing a lot of attention
Meanwhile, Eagle and Tucker already have extensive experience together after calling NFL games on radio throughout the years for Westwood One.
Tucker spent seven years in the NFL after playing for five separate franchises. The offensive lineman spent time with the Washington Commanders and Buffalo Bills as well as several other teams.
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The sports media figure is currently in limbo with CBS as the network decides what his future entails. The former NFL quarterback is on leave heading into the 2026 NFL season, but it’s unclear for how long.
MORE: ESPN NFL Draft analyst Matt Miller faces charges from June car crash
CBS is pivoting its announcing duos though ahead of this fall after already promoting J.J. Watt to the lead broadcast team. Jimmy Traina reveals that former NFL player Ross Tucker is set to move up to pair with Ian Eagle as the network’s number two broadcast partnership.
Watt previously served in the booth alongside Eagle prior to his recent audition on the top broadcast with Jim Nantz. The former Houston Texans star is considered one of the fastest-rising broadcasters in the industry.
MORE: CBS’ Tony Romo update is bad news for former NFL star
CBS NFL booth shakeups continue
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CBS Sports’ Jim Nantz, Tony Romo and sideline reporter Tracy Wolfson at Super Bowl 58. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports Credit: USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Connect (Reuters)
CBS is in a precarious position at the moment as the network examines its longterm broadcasting vision. Nantz remains a staple at the network with its golf and NFL coverage.
However, Romo’s bloated contract could be relieved if CBS opts to void it following his OWI arrest in Wisconsin. CBS Sports president David Berson wouldn’t give a clear update on Romo Tuesday at “NFL on CBS” Media Day.
Tucker’s growing role with CBS bodes well for the network in the interim. He currently covers college football and NFL games in the booth weekly.
MORE: Chris Berman’s ‘Strange’ walk at the Pro Football Hall of Fame ceremony is drawing a lot of attention
Meanwhile, Eagle and Tucker already have extensive experience together after calling NFL games on radio throughout the years for Westwood One.
Tucker spent seven years in the NFL after playing for five separate franchises. The offensive lineman spent time with the Washington Commanders and Buffalo Bills as well as several other teams.
— Enjoy free coverage of the top news & trending stories with The Big Lead Newsletter —
Continue reading...
