Jim Nantz 'regretted' epic 'Trio in Rio' call

Jim Nantz, the veteran CBS announcer, confessed that he initially had second thoughts about his famous "trio in Rio" call. This memorable phrase was uttered as Tyler Loop's game-winning field goal secured a 34-31 victory for the Ravens over the Cowboys in Brazil. Nantz expressed his surprise, stating he believed very few viewers would comprehend the off-the-cuff remark.

He learned about the call's immense popularity unexpectedly. While traveling back from Brazil, colleagues informed him of the significant positive reaction to "Trio in Rio." Nantz admitted he got lucky with the reception, as his initial instinct was that the phrase might not make sense.

In the same discussion, Nantz also addressed Tony Romo's departure from CBS. He clarified that he had no influence on the network's decision regarding his broadcast partner of nine seasons, asserting that the choice rested solely with CBS Sports president David Berson. Nantz predicted Romo would continue to work in the broadcasting industry.

Nantz and broadcast partner J.J. Watt were scheduled to call the Bills-Raiders game in Las Vegas. This followed Nantz's recent commentary on the Super Bowl LVIII overtime finish, where he called it "Jackpot, Kansas City!"