Tony Romo’s Absence Opens a World of Possibilities for CBS
Sports Illustrated • • sports
Key Points:
- CBS has placed Tony Romo on indefinite leave following his July 23 drunk-driving arrest, and J.J. Watt has been moved to join Jim Nantz, breaking up the Watt-Ian Eagle broadcasting team.
- The move may signal CBS testing the Nantz-Watt pairing for the future, with Romo's return uncertain depending on the outcome of his September 21 court hearing and potential contractual or disciplinary actions.
- NFL's second game of the season, 49ers vs. Rams in Australia on Sept. 10, will be broadcast on Netflix with Noah Eagle and Luke Kuechly calling the game; ESPN also announced Jason McCourty joining Monday Night Countdown as a new analyst.
- A humorous incident occurred during the Diamondbacks-Guardians game involving a bunt attempt during a perfect game bid, causing a skirmish amid rain delays.
- The latest SI Media With Jimmy Traina podcast features an interview with Mike Golic Sr. and Jr. discussing their ESPN return, the end of Mike & Mike, and other topics, followed by a segment with Sal Licata covering sports news and listener questions.
