Tony Romo can't seem to catch a break. The former Dallas Cowboys quarterback was arrested on Thursday, July 23 for OWI after playing in the Wisconsin Amateur Championship, and days later, the bodycam footage from the arrest has been released, including a detail no one could expect.
In a new video obtained by TMZ, Tony, 48, told the police officers something surprising. He explained he was on his way to meet his grandma and grandpa after leaving the golf tournament.
The former quarterback was raised in Wisconsin by parents Ramiro Romo Jr. and Joan Jakubowski and was close with his paternal grandparents, Ramiro Romo Sr. and Felicita Romo. Although during the arrest, Tony didn't specify if he was meeting the Romos or his maternal grandparents.
© InstagramLater in the footage, the arresting officers ask the NFL sportscaster to perform a sobriety test, which he subsequently didn't pass. While Tony has yet to comment publicly on his arrest, he faces an uphill legal situation.
© Getty ImagesAfter his OWI arrest, the former quarterback will have to appear in court on September 21 or risk losing his driver's license for a year.
What is an OWI?
OWI, or Operating While Intoxicated, is the legal term for driving under the influence in states like Michigan, Wisconsin, and Indiana. While the term is different from the more commonly used "DUI," the offenses are all relatively the same.
In Wisconsin, which is where Tony was arrested, an OWI offense can include an array of penalties. Because it is his first offense, the former quarterback faces everything from a fine to license revocation.
What will Tony Romo do next?
The Dallas Cowboys legend works as the lead NFL color commentator and game analyst for CBS sports, earning some $18 million per year. He started broadcasting after he retired in 2017 and has gone on to cover major NFL games alongside the play-by-play announcer Jim Nantz.
© Getty ImagesBut, his arrest and his rough broadcast during the Buffalo Bills game in January 2026, Tony's future is a bit murky. His court date is set for the second Monday of the 2026 NFL season. While some fans may not enjoy Tony's color commentating and may be disappointed by his recent arrest, it appears CBS is sticking with the former quarterback.
Tony Romo's close-knit family
Outside of his career, Tony and his wife of 15 years Candice Crawford Romo, 39, are parents to three boys: Hawkins, 14, Rivers, 12, and Jones, eight. He absolutely loves being a dad.
© Getty Images"It's been fantastic," Tony shared with ESPN after Hawkins was born. "You hear about it from your family and friends. Until you experience it, you really can't put into words how it makes you feel."
He continued: "For me, it just feels like you can tell there's a God. It just really shows you all the complexities of it. There's such a sense of responsibility that it just overwhelms you. It's been a really great week. I'm one of those proud papas already."
