When he first received word of his new deal, CBS Sports' JJ Watt thought he was “in trouble” for hurting Jim Nantz's hand on his Peanut Punch attempt.
However, the news he got was even better than he could've imagined. He took to social media to break his silence on his new deal, which makes his Tony Romo's official replacement after his OWI arrest, and revealed his reaction to missing a call from CBS Sports president David Burson.
“I'm thinking to myself, Oh man — missed call from the boss. Am I trouble for potentially breaking Jim Nantz's hand on the broadcast on Sunday with our ball drill?”
Burson was in a meeting when his call was returned. It took some time, but the two finally connected, and Watt received “significantly better news than being called into the principal's office.”
Watt was informed he was promoted to CBS' top NFL analyst. He called it an “incredible honor” and a “humbling” move. He is so proud to “represent CBS” as its top dog. Watt's new deal means he will call the Super Bowl in February 2028.
He promised that he's “going to have a lot more fun moments” with Nantz and the rest of the crew. Watt also gave a shoutout to Ian Eagle and Evan Washburn, his team from last year, his first season in the booth.
Article Continues Below“[I'm] very fortunate to work for this great company, [I'm] very honored to have the opportunity to continue to do it moving forward. Can't wait to get back in that booth on Sunday,” Watt concluded.
Watt has had a quick ascension in his broadcasting career. Romo's arrest and subsequent exit from CBS expedited his growth. The former Dallas Cowboys quarterback and the network “mutually parted ways” in October 2026. This came after he pleaded no contest to a charge of operating while intoxicated.