Tony Romo is still on the CBS sideline.
The network announced its NFL broadcast teams for the next two weeks and the 46-year-old is not listed.
JJ Watt, Romo’s replacement, remains on the No. 1 team as an analyst alongside Jim Nantz and Tracy Wolfson.
On July 23, the former Cowboys quarterback was arrested in Wisconsin after police alleged he was driving under the influence upon leaving a golf course and heading to his parents’ house.
Soon after, he was placed on leave from CBS “until further notice.”
Romo, who was named CBS’ top NFL analyst after retiring from playing in 2017, was issued four citations — one for OWI, one for possessing open intoxicants in a moving vehicle, one for unsafe passing on the right and one for refusing to take test for intoxication after arrest.
Blood-alcohol level tests later revealed Romo had a BAC of .15.
This month, he pleaded no contest through his lawyer to the OWI charge as the other three citations were dismissed as part of the agreement with prosecutors.
The network has not acknowledged when Romo could return to the booth, despite his public apology.
“As I have taught my three young sons: when you fall short, you stand up and take full responsibility,” Romo said in a statement. “That is an important first step.”
“I am working closely with a team of doctors to address my health and make the necessary changes,” he added. “I am deeply grateful for the support of my family, my friends, and the NFL community including players, coaches, and owners. Your encouragement has meant more to me than you know.
“As I turn my attention to my health, my family, and, in time, my return to CBS, I kindly ask for privacy during this period.”
He also added that an “over-reliance on alcohol” was developed from several back procedures he endured during his 13-year NFL career.
Romo is still owed roughly $72 million over the final four years of the 10-year contract he signed in 2020.
In August, CBS Sports president David Berson said the company is still assessing the impact of the situation and didn’t have a timeline for a final decision.
“In making this decision, we have to consider the impact on our image and our brand,” Berson said of placing Romo on leave before his court date. “That’s very important to us. The focus should be and needs to be on our presentation and this great product and not on any other factors. Fortunately, we have a deep bench, and I’m really proud of the way everybody is stepping up and responding.”
It has been questioned whether CBS would be able to get out of the contract, but some legal experts cautioned to The Post that it could be hard for the network to win that battle.
Watt called the Packers-Vikings game with Nantz on Sunday. He is slated for Steelers-Patriots in Week 2 and Ravens-Cowboys in Rio in Week 3.
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