Sept. 27 (UPI) -- Former NFL quarterback Tony Romo shot a first round of 70 at the 2019 Safeway Open, outscoring star professional golfers Justin Thomas and Phil Mickelson.
Romo carded the 2-under-par score Thursday at Silverado Country Club in Napa, Calif. Australian Adam Scott and American Andrew Landry were tied for the lead after shooting 7-under-par 65s in the opening round. World No. 9 Francesco Molinari was tied with American Matthew NeSmith for third place.