ADVERTISEMENT

Everyone is raving about Tony Romo's enthusiastic broadcast debut for CBS

The former quarterback combined prescient analysis with an infectious attitude, and the fans loved it.

Less than one year removed from a sterling career cut short by injuries and circumstance, Tony Romo is putting his football knowledge to good use in the broadcast booth.

ADVERTISEMENT

Hired by CBS to be Jim Nantz's right-hand man on NFL broadcasts, Romo wasted no time getting into his new role during Sunday's showdown between the Oakland Raiders and the Tennessee Titans. The 37-year-old Romo was clearly excited to be there, with exclamations of "Wow!" and "Whoa!" dotting the broadcast.

But while Romo's attitude may have been endearing, it was his football analysis that really got people talking. The former Cowboy's expertise in modern strategy was clear, as he correctly predicted multiple play calls. At one point, Romo jokingly bet five dollars that the Titans would run the ball to the left, and seconds later, running back Derrick Henry did exactly that.

When asked to explain his rationale for the prediction, Romo's response was simple: "

ADVERTISEMENT

As I thought, @tonyromo is ... @ Rich Eisen

Tony Romo is really, really... @ Joon Lee

Tony Romo correctly identif... @ Michael David Smith

For other viewers, it was Romo's enthusiasm that sold them on CBS' newest broadcast team.

Tony Romo with a little exc... @ Brandon George

ADVERTISEMENT

The fact that Romo was widely praised for his performance had to have been a relief for CBS executives. Romo's lengthy tenure with the polarizing Cowboys, as well as his injury history and poor postseason record, turned him into a lightning rod for criticism as his playing career went on.

"I said to Tony, 'Don’t pay attention to the negative, mean-spirited stuff on Twitter,'" said CBS Sports chairman Sean McManus, according to Richard Deitsch of Sports Illustrated. "'Pay attention to the intelligent, well thought out and well-meaning stuff that comes from people in the business.'"

Fortunately for McManus, Romo received a kind of hero's welcome to the booth. With his keen eye for the game and a winning disposition to match, it looks like he could be on the microphone for a long time.

Romo and Nantz are set to call their next game this Sunday, when the New England Patriots will take on the New Orleans Saints in the Superdome.

FOLLOW BUSINESS INSIDER AFRICA

Unblock notifications in browser settings.
ADVERTISEMENT

Recommended articles

Kenyan women are more obese than their men - here’s why

Kenyan women are more obese than their men - here’s why

Africa’s richest man Dangote stands between Europe and $17 billion in revenue

Africa’s richest man Dangote stands between Europe and $17 billion in revenue

After months of exchanging blows, Kenya and Uganda takes steps towards resolution

After months of exchanging blows, Kenya and Uganda takes steps towards resolution

Africa's first black billionaire could join $2.9 billion Vivendi bid for MultiChoice

Africa's first black billionaire could join $2.9 billion Vivendi bid for MultiChoice

10 most dangerous African countries in 2024

10 most dangerous African countries in 2024

Russia’s nuclear influence expands further north of Africa

Russia’s nuclear influence expands further north of Africa

Navigating the future: How AI transforms selling on Amazon

Navigating the future: How AI transforms selling on Amazon

Wall decor tips: Transforming your space with style and creativity

Wall decor tips: Transforming your space with style and creativity

Putin's African diplomacy: Security talks with West, Central Africa take centre stage

Putin's African diplomacy: Security talks with West, Central Africa take centre stage

ADVERTISEMENT