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Tony Romo pleads no contest to OWI charge in Wisconsin, vows to return to CBS

Tony Romo has pleaded no contest to an OWI charge in Wisconsin, and is now addressing his alcohol dependence publicly.

By · Published September 1, 2026 at 18:26 UTC · Updated September 1, 2026 at 21:24 UTC

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What happened

Tony Romo has pleaded no contest to an operating while intoxicated charge in Wisconsin. The former NFL quarterback and current CBS Sports analyst has publicly acknowledged an over-reliance on alcohol and pain medication.

Romo's legal case is settled, but the public discussion is just beginning. CBS News and NBC Sports both note Romo's intention to return to his role at CBS.

The specifics of Romo's treatment plan and return to work are not yet clear. ESPN and NBC Sports both mention Romo's vow to return to CBS, but neither outlet specifies when that return might happen.

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Questions people are asking

What charge did Tony Romo plead no contest to?

Tony Romo pleaded no contest to an operating while intoxicated charge in Wisconsin.

What has Tony Romo said about his alcohol use?

Tony Romo has admitted to an over-reliance on alcohol and pain medication.

What is Tony Romo's current employment status?

Tony Romo is a CBS Sports analyst. He has vowed to return to CBS, but the timing of his return is not yet specified.

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