Tony Romo pleads no contest to OWI charge in Wisconsin, vows to return to CBS
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Key Points:
- Former Cowboys quarterback and CBS broadcaster Tony Romo has publicly addressed his July arrest for operating while intoxicated, revealing he pleaded no contest and attributing his alcohol over-reliance to pain medication from multiple back surgeries.
- Romo acknowledged his personal failure, taking full responsibility and emphasizing the importance of honesty and making necessary changes to move forward.
- He is currently working with doctors to address his health issues and has expressed gratitude for support from family, friends, and the NFL community.
- Romo stated his intention to return to CBS "in time," though the network has placed him on leave and replaced him with J.J. Watt on the top NFL broadcast team.
- Romo requested privacy as he focuses on his health and family, with the future of his CBS role remaining uncertain.
