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Gary Woodland topped his tee shot on the 9th at the BMW Championship, drawing disbelief from CBS broadcaster Jim Nantz as the ball likely dropped into a non-playable creek, a penalty stroke and a double bogey that left him two back with three holes to go.
Tony Romo is on indefinite leave from CBS after a Wisconsin OWI arrest, with CBS promoting JJ Watt to the top broadcast role. He faces a difficult path to reclaim the lead gig amid a $72 million contract with a moral clause, recent notes of poor performance, and a September 21 court date. CBS could reassign him to a lower-profile, or studio, role depending on the legal and performance outcomes.
Jackson Koivun edged world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler to win the 3M Open after a third-round 61, while Scheffler’s late surge fell short; Jim Nantz says Scheffler will use the defeat as fuel to rebound, and Koivun is positioned to earn a Presidents Cup berth.
During The Memorial Tournament, Jim Nantz delivered an emotional on-air tribute to CBS production staffer Bryce Adair, who died at 31 from injuries after a car crash while working the event. Colleagues mourned him and a GoFundMe raised funds; Adair had joined CBS in 2017 and earned an Emmy for the network’s Super Bowl coverage.
Jim Nantz was named co-chair of Nashville's host committee for Super Bowl LXIV, with NBC and Peacock holding the broadcast rights. Although he won’t call the game in 2030, the Tennessee native plans to be heavily involved off the field to help deliver a record-setting celebration around Nissan Stadium. CBS will broadcast SBs in 2028 and 2032, keeping open whether Nantz would call those games if he remains active on air.
Jim Nantz acknowledged on The Pat McAfee Show that CBS's Masters coverage wasn’t perfect—missed final shots and an odd focus on Rory McIlroy’s home club—yet he praised CBS’s production crew, saying live television demands quick decisions and he’s proud of the team as McIlroy won the tournament by one stroke.
CBS broadcaster Jim Nantz defied on-air directions after the 2019 AFC Championship, calling Travis Kelce over and letting him lead a victory moment as he shouted the Beastie Boys line “You Gotta Fight For Your Right to Party.” The spontaneous exchange became a lasting Chiefs moment en route to their first Super Bowl in 50 years and multiple titles.
CBS’s AFC Championship broadcast by Jim Nantz and Tony Romo was largely unremarkable—a modest improvement over their recent missteps—featuring moments of back-slapping rather than deep analysis and a confusing sequence on a pivotal fumble/grounding call with Gene Steratore. With Romo’s hefty contract looming and reports that CBS might promote Ian Eagle and J.J. Watt to the No. 1 booth, the network faces a strategic question as NBC and ABC/ESPN offer stronger future options. Sunday’s performance wasn’t great, but it wasn’t disastrous—a quiet win for CBS amid high scrutiny.
Contrary to a wave of doom-and-gloom coverage, Tony Romo remains securely under contract at CBS through 2030, with insiders stressing the network’s top NFL duo (Romo and Jim Nantz alongside Tracy Wolfson) delivering record ratings this season. The piece argues the negative chatter is overblown, notes Romo’s illness during a recent Bills–Jaguars game, praises their on-air chemistry, and even suggests more opportunities for Romo outside game telecasts to capitalize on his star power.
Romo’s shaky Wild Card showing sparks talk of a top-booth refresh at CBS, with Ian Eagle and J.J. Watt rising as preferred successors. The piece notes Romo’s contract and Nantz’s stature complicating a demotion, while outlining potential paths—demote Romo, pair Eagle with Nantz, or move Romo to studio—ahead of Super Bowl LXII.”
The golfing world is mourning the death of 30-year-old PGA player Grayson Murray, who died by suicide after withdrawing from the Charles Schwab Challenge. Veteran broadcaster Jim Nantz and fellow golfer Peter Malnati expressed their grief on air, highlighting the emotional impact on the community. PGA stars honored Murray by wearing red and black pins, and the Korn Ferry Tour held a moment of silence in his memory.
Jim Nantz, the voice of Super Bowl LVIII, revealed that the iconic "jackpot" call was inspired by a sense that the Kansas City Chiefs would score a touchdown in overtime. The Las Vegas-themed reference instantly resonated with viewers, capping off a thrilling game. Nantz also discussed the overtime strategy and expressed pride in the record-breaking viewership. He described the game as a dream call and a riveting, down-to-the-wire finish that he had been waiting for in his career.
Fans are expressing frustration with Tony Romo's broadcasting during the Super Bowl, as he overshadowed Jim Nantz's call of the game-winning touchdown and continued to provide analysis during the post-touchdown celebrations. Despite delivering strong commentary, Romo's tendency to be overly dramatic and excitable in big moments has drawn criticism, and his actions during the Super Bowl have only added to the backlash he has been facing as a polarizing analyst.
Jim Nantz and Tony Romo finally experienced a thrilling Super Bowl game as broadcasters for CBS, with the Kansas City Chiefs securing a 25-22 overtime victory against the San Francisco 49ers. The game marked a fitting sendoff for CBS Sports chairman Sean McManus, who will retire in April after the Masters. Despite the underwhelming first half, the second half and overtime provided an exciting finish, making it one of the greatest games in Super Bowl history.
Super Bowl 58 will be broadcast on CBS with Jim Nantz, Tony Romo, and Tracy Wolfson as the announcers. The pregame, halftime, and postgame coverage will be provided by "The NFL Today" with James Brown hosting. Additionally, CBS announced the first-ever Super Bowl alternate telecast on Nickelodeon featuring "SpongeBob SquarePants" characters. The officiating crew will be led by 19-year NFL referee Bill Vinovich.