JJ Watt named permanent NFL lead analyst for CBS broadcasts including 2028 Super Bowl in Atlanta

CBS Sports has officially named former Houston Texans defensive lineman JJ Watt as its permanent lead NFL analyst, according to 1025thebear.iheart.com and WSB-TV. Watt replaces Tony Romo, who parted ways with the network following a DUI arrest earlier this year.

Watt will join play-by-play announcer Jim Nantz and sideline reporter Tracy Wolfson as the network's top broadcast team. This team will cover major events including Super Bowl LXII, which is scheduled to take place in Atlanta in 2028, as reported by 1025thebear.iheart.com.

Watt began his broadcasting career with CBS in 2023 as a studio analyst and moved to calling games in 2025. CBS Sports Chairman David Berson praised Watt's preparation and passion, highlighting his growth since joining the network, according to 1025thebear.iheart.com.

The promotion of Watt over other candidates such as Greg Olsen and Troy Aikman aims to provide stability for CBS's NFL coverage moving forward, 1025thebear.iheart.com noted. Watt expressed gratitude for the opportunity and enthusiasm for working alongside Nantz and Wolfson on Sundays.

Atlanta viewers can expect to see Watt as a key NFL analyst on CBS broadcasts, including the upcoming Super Bowl hosted in the city, marking a significant local connection to the network's football coverage.