Ex-Jets quarterback Sanchez in hospital after stabbing

Mark Sanchez, the former NFL quarterback, was allegedly injured in a stabbing in Indianapolis, and is now recovering in a hospital.

The 38-year-old American, who was the New York Jets’ fifth overall pick in the NFL Draft, was speaking on Sunday’s Colts-Las Vegas Raiders game for Fox Sports in Indianapolis.

The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department said in a statement that it was looking into a “physical disturbance” involving two adult males, which left one man with lacerations and the other with stab wounds.

The wounded man was kept in the hospital, it added.

Mark Sanchez, who was hurt on Saturday in Indianapolis, is currently recovering in a hospital in a stable condition, according to Fox Sports.

The medical team provided exceptional care and support, and we are forever grateful. We ask that everyone respect Mark’s and his family’s privacy during this difficult time, and we ask that you keep your thoughts and prayers with him.

The New York Jets wrote, “Sending our thoughts and love to Mark Sanchez and his family,” in a post on X. Wishing you a quick recovery, 6 .

Sanchez helped the Jets win two straight AFC Championship Game appearances during his five seasons with the team, where he wore the number six.

He threw for 15 with 357 yards and 86 touchdowns for 89 interceptions over his 10-year career, which also included stints with the Philadelphia Eagles, the Dallas Cowboys, the Chicago Bears, and the Washington Commanders.