JJ Watt tapped as Tony Romo’s CBS replacement ‘until further notice’ after ex-QB’s arrest

Tony Romo will be replaced in the CBS Sports booth by an NFL legend for the time being.

After being arrested recently on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence, CBS announced Friday that the former Cowboys great was being placed “until further notice.”

The Athletic’s Andrew Marchand reported Friday that JJ Watt is being tapped to replace Romo in the CBS booth alongside Jim Nantz.

JJ Watt has been with CBS since he retired as a Texans and Cardinals pass rusher. Getty Images

Watt played 12 dominant years in the NFL before becoming a broadcaster, and will now be part of CBS Sports’ top NFL broadcasting team.

More to come on this developing story…