Former NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez, now a Fox Sports analyst, was stabbed early Saturday morning in downtown Indianapolis following a confrontation near Loughmiller’s Pub & Eatery. The incident, which occurred around 12:30 a.m., left Sanchez with stab wounds that required immediate surgery. He was rushed to a local hospital, where he is reported to be in stable condition.

In addition to the stabbing, Sanchez was arrested at the hospital on charges of battery with injury, unlawful entry of a motor vehicle, and public intoxication—misdemeanors. According to authorities, the arrest occurred after officers responded to the scene and spoke with Sanchez, who was reportedly involved in an altercation before the stabbing. Details surrounding the exact sequence of events remain unclear, but the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department stated that the confrontation was not random and appeared to be contained to a specific incident.

Following his treatment at the hospital, Sanchez was taken into custody for the misdemeanor charges. Police indicated that the charges stemmed from his actions before and after the stabbing, with public intoxication and the battery charge linked to the altercation. The Marion County Prosecutor’s Office will handle the case and decide whether any further charges will be pressed.

Sanchez, who was in Indianapolis to cover the upcoming NFL game between the Las Vegas Raiders and the Indianapolis Colts, will not participate in the broadcast. Fox Sports expressed its support for Sanchez, thanking the medical team for their swift response and requesting privacy for him and his family during this time. The network also announced that an alternative analyst would be stepping in to cover the game.

The incident has drawn widespread attention, particularly given Sanchez’s high profile as a former NFL player and current sports broadcaster. His fans and colleagues have expressed their concern for his health and safety. The investigation into the stabbing and arrest continues, and more information is expected to be released in the coming days.

Sources: Washington Post, AP News