FOX Sports is facing some social media backlash after sending “thoughts and prayers” to broadcaster Mark Sanchez following his hospitalization and subsequent arrest.

Sanchez, 38, was involved in a violent incident in Indianapolis on Saturday, October 4. The former NFL quarterback was stabbed, then later arrested by the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police while recovering in the hospital.

On Sunday, October 5, Sanchez was charged by Marion County prosecutors for his alleged role in the incident. He has been charged with battery with injury, public intoxication and unlawful entry of a vehicle. An initial hearing has been scheduled for Tuesday, October 7, with a bond set at $300.

During the pregame broadcast of “FOX NFL Kickoff” on Sunday, host Charissa Thompson sent her thoughts and prayers

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