As reported by Derick Hutchinson of Click on Detroit, Detroit Lions fans were infuriated by a comment made by CBS analyst Tony Romo during the team’s 48-42 loss to the Buffalo Bills. The remark, made during a pivotal moment in the second quarter, resonated negatively with many Lions supporters, amplifying their frustration during an already challenging game.

The situation unfolded when Lions quarterback Jared Goff faced pressure from the Bills’ defense and tried to throw a screen pass to running back Jahmyr Gibbs. The throw was slightly off-target, and Gibbs slipped, causing the pass to fall incomplete. It was then that Romo remarked, “It’s going to be a screen pass that should have been an easy pitch-and-catch. I mean, I think I could have gotten a 10-year-old team to just throw that pitch-catch.”

While Romo’s point wasn’t entirely wrong—screen passes are generally straightforward plays—the comment came across as condescending. Football is an unpredictable game, and mistakes like these happen for various reasons, including an inaccurate throw or an untimely slip. For Lions fans, Romo’s words seemed to belittle their team’s errors at a critical juncture.

Fans Respond to Romo’s Remarks

The Lions quickly responded on the very next play, with Goff connecting with Tim Patrick for a touchdown. However, despite the touchdown, Detroit struggled to overcome an early 14-0 deficit and ultimately lost in a high-scoring affair.

Romo’s comment didn’t sit well with Lions fans, who took to social media to voice their frustration. While many fans feel commentators are biased against their teams, this remark felt especially harsh following a tough loss. It’s possible Romo was trying to inject some humor, but given the game’s frustrations, his comment seemed to only heighten the anger of Detroit supporters.

Looking Ahead

It’s unlikely Romo holds any personal animosity toward the Lions, especially considering his Cowboys were defeated 47-9 by Detroit earlier this season. But after such a frustrating game, his remark became an easy target for upset fans. While the Lions may not have another CBS broadcast in the near future, it’s clear that Detroit fans will be paying close attention the next time Romo calls one of their games.

Whether it was a lighthearted joke or an unnecessary jab, Romo’s comment certainly did nothing to alleviate the frustration of an already difficult loss for the Lions.