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Report: Tony Romo’s BAC was 0.15 percent, nearly twice the legal limit

Tony Romo's arrest and plea have sparked a conversation about alcohol use and pain management in professional sports.

By · Published September 2, 2026 at 04:26 UTC · Updated September 2, 2026 at 04:26 UTC

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Tony Romo's driver's license has been revoked. He was arrested after a golf event and has admitted to an over-reliance on alcohol. He has pleaded no contest to a charge of operating while intoxicated in Milwaukee.

The former NFL quarterback has cited back pain as a factor in his alcohol use. He has publicly apologized for his actions, stating that none of his circumstances serve as an excuse. According to NBC Sports, Romo's blood alcohol content was 0.15 percent, nearly twice the legal limit.

The arrest and subsequent plea have drawn attention to the challenges faced by athletes in managing pain and substance use. The next steps in Romo's legal process and his public response to the incident are yet to be detailed.

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What was Tony Romo's blood alcohol content at the time of his arrest?

NBC Sports reports that Romo's blood alcohol content was 0.15 percent.

What charge did Tony Romo plead no contest to?

Romo pleaded no contest to a charge of operating while intoxicated in Milwaukee.

What has Tony Romo said about his alcohol use?

Romo has admitted to an over-reliance on alcohol, citing back pain as a contributing factor.

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