Fox Sports has terminated its association with sports commentator Mark Sanchez amidst his legal allegations, multiple outlets confirmed this past Friday.
"We can confirm that Mark Sanchez has ceased working for Fox," a Fox spokesperson stated. "There will be no further comment currently."
Assuming the analyst role will be an ex- professional quarterback, Drew Brees, according to the information. He is expected to work alongside announcer Adam Amin and has a contract to call games through the 2026 season.
Background on the Incident Involving Sanchez
Sanchez, 38 had been sidelined since he was stabbed and subsequently arrested following a fight in an alley in Indianapolis with a 69-year-old truck driver. He had traveled 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.
He is charged with a felony battery charge as well as multiple misdemeanors. The felony charge carries a sentence of one to six years in prison, if convicted, and he has entered a not guilty plea in Marion County, Indiana.
Drew Brees' Career and Background
The 46-year-old Brees left the NFL after the 2020 season and worked during 2021 with the NBC network, serving as a color analyst for the Notre Dame football coverage and featured in a football program.
Brees has done studio work with multiple networks and acted as an commentator on Netflix’s international game during the holidays.
Brees led the New Orleans Saints to a Super Bowl victory in the 2009 NFL season and was a two-time NFL offensive standout. He ranks second behind the legendary Brady in NFL history in passing yards (80,358) and touchdown passes (571).
