CBS Could Cut Tony Romo Under Morals Clause, Spark Legal Battle
TL;DR
CBS placed Tony Romo on leave while weighing a possible 'for cause' termination under a broad morals clause in his $72 million, four-year contract; arbitration would likely determine any payout, and a settlement may be the path to exit the deal, with CBS shifting on-air talent as J.J. Watt is elevated to the top NFL broadcast team.
- CBS, Tony Romo could be heading for a high-stakes legal battle NBC Sports
- Tony Romo, CBS at a breaking point after leave: ‘Worst contract in media history’ nytimes.com
- Tony Romo placed on leave by CBS Sports following arrest ESPN
- Tony Romo placed on leave from CBS Sports after OWI arrest in Wisconsin The Guardian
- Tony Romo faces uphill battle to reclaim CBS job after OWI arrest leads to indefinite leave New York Post
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