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Fox Sports has ended its relationship with game analyst Mark Sanchez as he faces legal allegations, multiple outlets confirmed on Friday.

"We can confirm that Mark Sanchez has ceased with the network," a Fox spokesperson stated. "There will be no further comment at this time."

Stepping into the commentary position will be another former professional quarterback, Drew Brees, as per the information. He will likely to work alongside play-by-play voice Adam Amin and is signed to provide commentary until at least 2026.

Details of the Incident Involving Sanchez

Sanchez, 38 had been removed from duties since he was injured in a stabbing and subsequently arrested following a fight in an alley in Indianapolis with a senior 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.

Sanchez has been charged with felony battery as well as multiple misdemeanors. This serious charge carries a sentence of 1-6 years in prison, upon a guilty verdict, and he has pleaded not guilty in the Indiana court.

Brees' Professional Background

Brees, 46 retired from the NFL after the 2020 season and spent the 2021 season with the NBC network, acting as a game analyst for the network’s Notre Dame broadcasts and featured in Football Night in America.

He has done studio work with multiple networks and acted as an commentator on a Netflix sports event during the holidays.

Brees led the Saints team to a Super Bowl XLIV championship in the 2009 season and was a two-time awardee NFL Offensive Player of the Year. He is second behind Tom Brady in league history in passing yards (80,358) and touchdown passes (571).