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Prayers Pouring In For Former NFL Quarterback Mark Sanchez

Originally posted on The Spun | By Chris Rosvoglou | Last updated Oct 4, 2025 1:56 PM ET

On Saturday afternoon, TMZ had heartbreaking news to share involving former New York Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez.

Sanchez, 38, is in Indianapolis this weekend to call the Raiders-Colts game for FOX. He joined the network in 2021 as a game analyst. Prior to the start of the 2025 season, it was revealed that he's getting his own show called "Rearview." FOX describes his show as “weekly interviews with your favorite players, straight from their cars."

According to TMZ, Sanchez was attacked on Friday night in Indianapolis. He was stabbed and was taken to the hospital in critical condition.

"Police received a call around 12:30 AM Saturday morning to a street in downtown Indianapolis for two injured people ... and one of the people was the former first-round draft pick," TMZ's report stated. "We're told Sanchez was rushed to a local hospital in critical condition. It's unclear what led to the violent incident."

PHILADELPHIA, PA - DECEMBER 21: Fox TV analyst Mark Sanchez looks on prior to the game between the Washington Football Team and Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on December 21, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)Mitchell Leff/Getty Images

NFL community praying for Mark Sanchez.

As you'd imagine, the NFL world is shocked and saddened by this news. Analysts, players and fans around the country are hoping Sanchez makes a full recovery.

"Damn man… Prayers up for my guy and USC brother Mark Sanchez. This is ridiculous," former NFL star Keyshawn Johnson said.

"Sending positive thoughts and well wishes to Mark Sanchez and his family," Jake Asman of ESPN New York wrote on X.

"Bro.... this guy is my all time favorite football player and an all around legend. I hope he pulls through," one fan said.

"Was in Indy because he was scheduled to be on the Colts/Raiders broadcast tmrw. Horrible, hope he pulls through," another person wrote.

FOX shares update on Sanchez.

Thankfully, FOX announced that Sanchez is now in stable condition.

“Mark Sanchez was injured in Indianapolis on Saturday and is currently recovering in the hospital in stable condition,” FOX said in a statement. “We are deeply grateful to the medical team for their exceptional care and support. Our thoughts and prayers are with Mark, and we ask that everyone please respect his and his family’s privacy during this time.”

We'll continue to keep Sanchez and his family in our thoughts.

This article first appeared on The Spun and was syndicated with permission.

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