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JJ Watt Named CBS Lead NFL Analyst Beyond 2026

  • JJ Watt will be CBS Sports' new lead NFL analyst in a multiyear deal.
  • Watt will replace Tony Romo, who exited following a drunk driving arrest.
  • Watt will continue to call CBS' top games alongside Jim Nantz and Tracy Wolfson.
  • Charles Davis will replace Gary Danielson as the top college football analyst at CBS.
  • The changes at CBS Sports will take effect beyond 2026.

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  1. CBS announces Tony Romo’s permanent departure

    CBS confirmed Tony Romo's permanent leave from the network, ending his tenure as the top NFL game analyst.

  2. JJ Watt named lead NFL analyst

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