Tony Romo pleads no contest to a Wisconsin operating while intoxicated (OWI) charge after an arrest in July. Multiple outlets report that the court resolves the case through the no-contest plea, and Romo issues a public statement taking responsibility and apologizing for the events that led to the charge.
Sources also describe context for Romo’s remarks, including his account that pain and back issues played a role in how he came to rely on alcohol, especially following multiple back surgeries and pain medication use. CBS News and The Independent focus on Romo’s discussion of how he came to use alcohol to cope with pain medication. The Athletic similarly highlights his statement that he is working with doctors to address his health. The New York Post adds additional case consequences, reporting the court revokes driving privileges and orders an ignition interlock device.
Several reports note Romo is placed on leave by CBS Sports pending the outcome. Yahoo Sports additionally reports he vows to return to CBS following the legal resolution, while other outlets emphasize his apology and acknowledgment of “over-reliance” on alcohol.
