**Former NFL Quarterback Mark Sanchez Arrested After Stabbing Incident in Indianapolis**
*Published Oct. 5, 2025, 3:30 p.m. ET*
Former NFL quarterback and Fox Sports analyst Mark Sanchez was arrested early Saturday morning following a stabbing during a physical altercation in downtown Indianapolis, RadarOnline.com can report.
### Sanchez in Custody
The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) released a statement on Saturday, October 4, confirming that Sanchez, 38, was taken into custody at a hospital after investigators determined his involvement in a physical altercation near Senate Avenue and West Washington Street around 12:30 a.m. This altercation left two men injured.
“After further investigation and following consultation with the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office, IMPD arrested 38-year-old Mark Sanchez for his alleged role in this incident,” the statement read. Sanchez was arrested at the hospital on charges of battery with injury, unlawful entry of a motor vehicle, and public intoxication—all misdemeanors.
Authorities confirmed that all parties involved have been identified, and no further suspects are being sought. Sanchez remains hospitalized and has not yet been booked into the Marion County Adult Detention Center. The case has been referred to the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office for a charging decision.
### The Investigation
Earlier on Saturday, police did not identify Sanchez by name but said detectives were investigating a “non-random” altercation involving two men who were not local residents. One man suffered stab wounds, while the other sustained lacerations. Both were treated at area hospitals; the stabbing victim is in stable condition.
Fox Sports later confirmed Sanchez’s involvement, releasing a statement on social media:
“Mark Sanchez was injured in Indianapolis on Saturday and is currently recovering in the hospital in stable condition. 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.”
### Sanchez’s Background
Sanchez had traveled to Indianapolis to call Sunday’s Colts vs. Raiders game at Lucas Oil Stadium for Fox Sports. The former quarterback transitioned to broadcasting after a 10-season NFL career, most notably with the New York Jets, who drafted him fifth overall in 2009.
He also hosts Fox’s *Rearview* podcast, where he interviews NFL players including Josh Allen, Jared Goff, and Baker Mayfield.
On a personal note, Sanchez married *Shameless* actress Perry Mattfeld in May 2023 in Mexico. The couple share a son, Daniel, and welcomed twins earlier this year.
### Support from Fans
Messages of support poured in across social media from fans and former teammates.
“Sending our thoughts and love to Mark Sanchez and his family. Hoping for a speedy recovery,” the Jets’ official X account posted.
Eric Adams, Head of News Strategy for the Jets, added, “Mark Sanchez is a good person, somebody you want as a teammate in life or on the field. He is also a husband and a proud father. This is shocking and sad news, but stable is a good sign.”
“Prayers up for my guy and USC brother Mark Sanchez. This is ridiculous!” former Jets receiver Keyshawn Johnson wrote, while ex-teammate Damien Woody added, “Prayers to my former teammate. Just crazy.”
We wish Mark Sanchez a full and speedy recovery.
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