Fans of Tony Romo and Jim Nantz, CBS’s top NFL broadcast duo, will notice their absence during Week 12 of the 2024 NFL season. CBS has opted to rest its premier commentators to prepare them for the highly anticipated Thanksgiving Day game between the Detroit Lions and Chicago Bears on Thursday, Nov. 28, 2024.
Why Are Tony Romo and Jim Nantz Skipping Week 12?
CBS has strategically chosen to give Romo and Nantz a break during Week 12, ensuring they are fresh and ready for their marquee Thanksgiving Day assignment. This decision highlights the network’s commitment to delivering top-tier coverage for the Lions vs. Bears Thanksgiving matchup, which is one of the most-watched games of the NFL season.
CBS’s Thanksgiving Day Broadcast Details
- Game: Detroit Lions vs. Chicago Bears
- Date: Thursday, November 28, 2024
- Time: 12:30 PM ET
- Channel: CBS
The Thanksgiving broadcast is a long-standing NFL tradition, and having Romo and Nantz in the booth adds significant prestige to the event. Known for their chemistry and deep football insights, the duo is expected to enhance the viewing experience for millions of fans tuning in for the holiday game.
Nantz and Romo have the second-longest tenure of any broadcast duo, as this is their eighth season together.
CBS’ top NFL pairing has broadcasted three Super Bowls together, including last year’s overtime thriller between the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers.
CBS is one of the three networks covering the Thanksgiving football slate. Romo and Nantz are kicking off the festivities at Ford Field, as they will be calling Lions-Bears at 12:30 p.m. ET.
What to Expect in Week 12 Without Romo and Nantz
During Week 12, CBS will assign another broadcast team to cover the games typically helmed by Romo and Nantz. While the exact details of their replacement coverage haven’t been disclosed, fans can anticipate CBS deploying another experienced duo to maintain the quality of its NFL broadcasts.
CBS’ decision underscores the network’s careful planning around its top talent. By strategically resting Romo and Nantz, CBS ensures its leading commentators are at their best for high-profile games that attract nationwide audiences.
2024 NFL Thanksgiving Games Schedule
The NFL has played games on Thanksgiving Day since the league’s inception in 1920, meaning this tradition dates back more than 100 years. This year, fans will be able to enjoy three divisional matchups. Here’s the complete schedule for the NFL Thanksgiving Games:
Game 1: Chicago Bears vs. Detroit Lions
- Time: 12:30 PM ET
- Channel: CBS/Paramount+
Game 2: New York Giants vs. Dallas Cowboys
- Time: 4:30 PM ET
- Channel: FOX
Game 3: Miami Dolphins vs. Green Bay Packers
- Time: 8:20 PM ET
- Channel: NBC/Peacock