Jim Nantz defends broadcasting partner Tony Romo amid criticism: ‘A misinformation attempt’

Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com.

Tony Romo faced a significant amount of criticism over his abilities in the broadcasting booth this past season, specifically during the postseason, but play-by-play partner Jim Nantz spoke out this week in defense of the former NFL quarterback and their chemistry. 

During an appearance on Sports Illustrated’s "SI Media With Jimmy Traina," Nantz said the criticism Romo faced was "a misinformation attempt" which seemingly only began during the playoffs.

CBS sports analyst Tony Romo speaks during a keynote address by Intel Corp. CEO Brian Krzanich at CES 2018 at Park Theater at Monte Carlo Resort and Casino in Las Vegas on January 8, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs from January 9-12 and features about 3,900 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to more than 170,000 attendees. (Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

"I think there was a little bit of a misinformation attempt there to portray him in a not-so-favorable light," Nantz said. "It was very disappointing. It really got, to me, more steam after the AFC Championship Game, which was our last game. And for the life of me, I didn’t understand it."

TONY ROMO RESPONDS TO BROADCAST CRITICISM: 'THAT'S JUST NOISE'

The New York Post reported in February that CBS executives met with the former Dallas Cowboys quarterback following the 2021 season in what was described as an "intervention," but the network denied the characterization, explaining that it regularly meets with all of its on-air talent.

Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback and CBS commentator Tony Romo, left, talks with play-by-play announcer Jim Nantz