Tony Romo, the former Dallas Cowboys quarterback who now serves as CBS Sports’ lead NFL game analyst, was arrested in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin on the evening of July 23 on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence, according to police records obtained by USA TODAY Sports.

The Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office took Romo into custody at 6:18 p.m. CT after he was stopped while travelling southbound on Interstate 43. He was booked and later released at 11:01 p.m. that same night.

What the Arrest Report Says

According to Romo’s arrest-detention report, he performed poorly on standard field sobriety tests administered at the scene following the traffic stop. The Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office noted the matter remains under investigation, and officials indicated a further statement could be released.

Romo has been scheduled to appear in court on September 21 at 8:30 a.m. CT.

First Offense, Civil Penalty

This would be Romo’s first OWI charge. Under Wisconsin law, a first-offense OWI is typically treated as a civil rather than criminal matter, generally carrying a fine in the range of $150 to $300.

The arrest took place close to Burlington, Wisconsin — the town where Romo grew up and attended Burlington High School. He was reportedly in the area to participate in the Wisconsin State Amateur golf tournament, where he finished 35 over par, 32 shots behind the winner.

Romo’s Career at CBS and with the Cowboys

Romo, now 46, has been CBS Sports’ top NFL analyst since retiring from playing in 2017 and is set to enter his tenth season in the broadcast booth this autumn. His playing career ran from 2004 to 2016, all with Dallas, during which he made four Pro Bowl appearances.

He remains the Cowboys’ all-time leader in touchdown passes with 248. He also held the franchise record for career passing yards — 34,183 — until Dak Prescott surpassed that mark last season.

CBS Sports had no comment when approached by multiple outlets. The matter is ongoing.

Social Media Reaction

Sports media commentators were quick to respond. Front Office Sports reported the arrest on X shortly after news broke, noting Romo had been pulled over on I-43 and taken into custody after failing sobriety tests.

One media analyst suggested on X that CBS would be within its rights to consider a contract response depending on the specific terms of Romo’s deal, while also pointing to what the analyst described as declining performances in the broadcast booth in recent seasons.

Romo’s next scheduled obligation is the upcoming NFL season, with his court date set for September 21 — just days into the new campaign.