With Tony Romo out at CBS, Troy Aikman and Greg Olsen suddenly become logical replacements
Tony Romo's CBS Sports departure opens a high-stakes race for Jim Nantz's booth, with Troy Aikman and Greg Olsen both set to hit free agency.
CBS Sports and Tony Romo have mutually agreed to part ways, with Romo’s indefinite leave following a DWI arrest accelerating a decision the network had already made. The network is now considering potential replacements, with Troy Aikman and Greg Olsen emerging as strong candidates as their contracts expire soon. J.J. Watt will continue as Jim Nantz’s color analyst for now, but the long-term decision may hinge on player availability and market dynamics.
- CBS Sports and Tony Romo have mutually agreed to end their partnership.
- Romo’s departure was reportedly a decision CBS had already made, accelerated by his DWI arrest.
- J.J. Watt will continue as Jim Nantz’s lead analyst for the upcoming season.
- Troy Aikman’s and Greg Olsen’s contracts are expiring, making them potential replacements for Romo.
- CBS could make a strong offer for Aikman, who is considered a premier game analyst.
- Olsen is also an attractive option with Super Bowl experience and a history of building quick rapport.
- Netflix and ESPN are also potential landing spots for Aikman or Olsen.
- Kirk Herbstreit has reportedly re-signed with Amazon.
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