All articles tagged with #morals clause
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 paused Tony Romo’s duties after his arrest for operating a vehicle while intoxicated, throwing a spotlight on his 10-year, $180 million deal and potentially making it the worst contract in sports media history. A traffic-stop video and witnesses have raised questions about his consistency and work ethic, fueling talks of a demotion or a return on a different crew if he can rebound on- and off-air. CBS has already shifted responsibilities to other broadcasters and will watch Romo’s recovery ahead of key moments like the September schedule and the 2028 Super Bowl, with a court date in Wisconsin on Sept. 21 and a long road to re-entry if he’s to reclaim his role.