CBS to pay Tony Romo a whopping, record-setting $17 million a year to continue as an NFL game analyst

New York Post

The former Dallas Cowboys quarterback is expected to earn more than he did as a player as part of a new deal reported by the New York Post. Romo was set to become a free agent this season, and ESPN reportedly wanted to scoop him up for Monday Night Football. Romo's new salary tops the previous record of $8 million per year held by John Madden. Even when adjusted for inflation, Romo's salary tops Madden's. "The deal is a long-term contract, with sources saying it is for significantly more than five years," reports The Post's Andrew Marchand. "This means the total value for Romo’s contract will surpass $100 million." CBS took a chance on an inexperienced Romo three years ago, making him a part of the No. 1 CBS NFL team, despite his lack of experience. But he proved to be a breath of fresh air in his analysis and prediction of plays.