Insider: ‘Very good chance’ J.J. Watt is ‘long-term’ answer in CBS’ top NFL booth
All signs continue to point to Tony Romo’s exit from CBS Sports being permanent, and it looks as if J.J. Watt could make his move into Romo’s spot permanent as well. Romo was arrested on suspicion of operating a vehicle while intoxicated in Wisconsin earlier this summer, and was later put on a leave of…
Recent developments suggest that J.J. Watt is emerging as a strong contender to fill the shoes of Tony Romo in CBS Sports' top NFL broadcast booth. Romo's recent arrest for operating a vehicle while intoxicated and subsequent leave of absence has left CBS without their starting quarterback on the network's NFL broadcasts. As a result, Watt was swiftly promoted to the No. 1 NFL slot alongside Jim Nantz for the Vikings-Packers game to begin the season.
Marchand, a sports media insider at The Athletic, believes that Watt has a very good chance of becoming a long-term answer for CBS. He views this promotion as a tryout for Watt, who impressed during his time working with Ian Eagle. CBS, which recently lost Matt Ryan, a former studio partner of Romo, to a front-office position, is likely to be heavily invested in Watt's success.
The executives at CBS had likely planned to explore Watt's potential for longer-term roles, given Romo's remaining contract time. However, if Watt continues to perform well on significant assignments this season, it could solidify his role in the top booth. In contrast, Marchand reiterated that Romo's return to CBS is increasingly unlikely, with a more probable outcome being his departure from the network.
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