Former NFL quarterback and CBS Sports analyst Tony Romo pleads no contest to a Wisconsin operating while intoxicated (OWI) charge tied to an arrest in July. Multiple outlets report he accepts responsibility and issues a public apology, describing it as a personal failure and saying he will “own” his mistakes.
The reports describe the arrest occurring after a traffic stop in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on 23 July. Following the incident, CBS placed Romo on leave from his lead NFL analyst role. Several outlets also note the connection Romo makes between his alcohol use and pain management after multiple back surgeries, saying he relied on alcohol to get off pain medications. Romo says he is working with doctors to address his health.
Outlets differ slightly on legal details and emphasis. One report says a court revokes driving privileges and orders an interlock device. Others focus more on Romo’s written statement, including references to struggles with pain and alcohol and steps he says he is taking to seek treatment, while also stating his intention to return to CBS.
