Fox Sports has ended its relationship with sports commentator Mark Sanchez amidst his criminal charges, various sources confirmed this past Friday.
"It is confirmed that Mark Sanchez is no longer with the network," a network representative stated. "We will offer no further comment at this time."
Assuming the commentary position will be an ex- NFL quarterback, Drew Brees, as per the report. He is expected to work alongside announcer Adam Amin and is signed to provide commentary until at least 2026.
Details of the Sanchez Situation
Sanchez, 38 had been sidelined since he was injured in a stabbing and later taken into custody after an altercation in an Indianapolis alley with a senior truck driver. He was in town to commentate on the 5 October game between the Colts and Las Vegas Raiders but was admitted to the hospital and substituted that week by Brady Quinn.
Sanchez has been facing felony battery as well as multiple lesser charges. This serious charge carries a sentence of one to six years in prison, upon a guilty verdict, and he has entered a not guilty plea in the Indiana court.
Drew Brees' Professional Background
The 46-year-old Brees retired from the NFL following the 2020 campaign and worked during 2021 with NBC Sports, serving as a color analyst for the Notre Dame football coverage and featured in a football program.
He has worked in the studio with multiple networks and served as an commentator on a Netflix sports event last Christmas.
He guided the Saints team to a Super Bowl victory in the 2009 season and was a two-time awardee NFL offensive standout. He ranks second behind the legendary Brady in NFL history in yards thrown (80,358) and touchdown passes (571).
