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Tony Romo’s ‘DTF’ Remark About Patriots on CBS Draws Viral Attention

The quip drew outsized attention due to the acronym’s common sexual meaning.

Overview

  • On the Week 10 CBS broadcast, Tony Romo said the Patriots are “DTF,” which he defined as “details, toughness, and they finish.”
  • Romo made the comment during New England–Tampa Bay with Jim Nantz, who noted Mike Vrabel uses a similar message and suggested his “T” stands for “technique.”
  • The clip spread quickly across social platforms as many viewers recognized “DTF” as sexual slang popularized in pop culture.
  • The moment came during New England’s 28-23 win over the Buccaneers, which moved the Patriots to 8-2 under first-year head coach Mike Vrabel.
  • Coverage also highlighted CBS assigning its top booth of Nantz and Romo to the game, signaling growing national focus on the Patriots as Romo’s on-air one-liners continue to go viral.