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Tony Romo pleads no contest to OWI offense, addresses immediate future ahead of NFL season
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk Emily Van de Riet, Associated Press , as published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· September 1, 2026
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Key points Details about the case and Romo's statement are available, including his comments on social media about taking full responsibility for his failures. Former football player Tony Romo has taken responsibility for his actions.
Former football player Tony Romo has taken responsibility for his actions. He acknowledged struggles with pain and dependence on medication and alcohol. Romo was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence and later pleaded no contest to a civil offense.
The incident led to Romo being placed on leave from his broadcasting role. Additional charges were added to the case, including unsafe passing and possessing open intoxicants in a vehicle.
Details about the case and Romo's statement are available, including his comments on social media about taking full responsibility for his failures.
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Category: News Published: September 1, 2026 Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) Reading time: 1 min
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