Former NFL Quarterback Mark Sanchez Faces Felony Battery Charge After Indianapolis Stabbing Incident

Mark Sanchez, a former NFL quarterback and current Fox Sports analyst, has been charged with a felony battery charge and three misdemeanors following an altercation in Indianapolis where he was stabbed multiple times. The incident involved Sanchez confronting a 69-year-old truck driver at a hotel loading dock, where Sanchez allegedly was intoxicated, unlawfully entered the man's truck, and physically assaulted him. The truck driver, who suffered significant facial injuries, stabbed Sanchez in self-defense during the fight. Sanchez was hospitalized in critical condition but has stabilized; he faces possible prison time of 1 to 6 years if convicted on the felony charge. Prosecutors are continuing their investigation and have not ruled out additional charges. Family members of the truck driver confirmed he is recovering after being hospitalized for his injuries sustained in the incident.