Romo's DUI Arrest
Former Cowboys QB Tony Romo Arrested for DUI, Open Alcohol Found in Car.
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Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence on July 23 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, according to WKYT. Police found an open bottle of alcohol inside his Jeep during an inventory search before the vehicle was towed.
Romo, 46, performed poorly on field sobriety tests and was later cited for refusing to take an intoxication test after his arrest, WLOX reported. The former NFL star now works as the lead game analyst for CBS's NFL coverage, a role he has held since 2017.
Open Bottle Found During Jeep Inventory Search
The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office said deputies stopped Romo on July 23. Before towing his Jeep, officers conducted a standard inventory of the vehicle. That search turned up an open bottle of alcohol, according to KKTV.
Romo then went through field sobriety tests. He did not pass them, Fox 10 reported. After his arrest, he was cited for refusing to submit to a chemical test for intoxication. Refusing such a test carries its own legal consequences under Wisconsin law.
Romo's Career From Cowboys Starter to CBS Analyst
Romo played his entire NFL career with the Dallas Cowboys. He remains the franchise's all-time leader in career touchdown passes with 248. He retired from playing in 2017 after injuries limited his role on the team.
He moved straight into the broadcast booth after retiring. CBS signed him as their top NFL game analyst in 2017. He quickly earned praise for predicting plays before they happened, making him one of the most talked-about broadcasters in the sport, according to WSMV.
What Charges Romo Now Faces
Romo faces a DUI suspicion charge stemming from the July 23 stop. He was also cited separately for refusing to take the post-arrest intoxication test, WMBF News reported. In Wisconsin, refusing that test can lead to an automatic license suspension.
No statement from Romo or his representatives has been reported publicly. CBS has not publicly commented on the arrest. The NFL regular season is set to begin in September, when Romo is expected to return to his role calling games for the network.
Romo's Arrest Comes Ahead of NFL Season
The timing puts CBS in an awkward spot. Romo is their marquee NFL voice and a key part of the network's broadcast lineup. The arrest happened roughly six weeks before the start of the 2025 NFL regular season, according to WECT.
It is not yet clear whether the arrest will affect his broadcasting duties. DUI charges at this stage are suspicions, not convictions. Still, the story draws attention to one of the most recognizable faces in football broadcasting just as the new season approaches.
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