2 months after Mark Sanchez was arrested for stabbing incident, ex-Jets QB gets 100% real about life with wife Perry Mattfeld and twins

2 months after Mark Sanchez was arrested for stabbing truck driver, ex-Jets QB gets 100% real about life with wife Perry Mattfeld and twins
Mark Sanchez and his wife Perry Mattfeld (Images via IMAGN & @perrymattfeld/Instagram)

Mark Sanchez shared a holiday message on Instagram on Friday. It was one of the first times he spoke publicly since his arrest two months earlier.

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He posted photos of his wife, actress Perry Mattfeld, and their twin daughters, who were born in March. He also wrote about how thankful he feels for his family.

“This time of year always makes me look around and appreciate what matters, but this one hits different. I’m just grateful to wake up, to be home, and to be able to wrap my arms around my wife and kids. Thank you to the people who kept me standing and gave my family opportunities to share moments like these. From our family to yours, we wish you a happy and peaceful holiday season," Sanchez captioned the post.
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His message comes two months after he was charged with felony battery. Police say the incident happened on Oct. 4 near the Westin Hotel loading dock in Indianapolis.

A court affidavit says Sanchez walked up to a 69-year-old truck driver who was picking up used cooking oil and told him he couldn’t park there. Investigators say Sanchez looked impaired, grabbed the man and pushed him into a wall.

The driver told police he was scared for his safety. He used pepper spray to stop Sanchez, and when that did not work, he stabbed Sanchez in self-defense, according to the affidavit. Sanchez had traveled to Indianapolis for the Las Vegas Raiders vs. Colts game at Lucas Oil Stadium.

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A few weeks later, on Nov. 7, Fox Sports announced that Sanchez was no longer working with the network.

“We can confirm that Mark Sanchez is no longer with the network,” a Fox Sports spokesperson said. “There will be no further comment at this time.”

Fox Sports has replaced him with Drew Brees, who will now work with play-by-play announcer Adam Amin for the rest of the NFL season.

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Sanchez married actress Perry Mattfeld in 2023.

Also Read: Mark Sanchez ends Instagram hiatus mourning Nick Mangold’s death 22 days after fatal stabbing involving 69-year-old truck driver


Mark Sanchez's ex-GF made a statement about his arrest following stabbing incident

Erin Campaneris, the mother of Mark Sanchez’s eight‑year‑old son, broke her silence. Campaneris, also known as model Bobby T, said the news of Sanchez’s arrest did not surprise her.

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“I am aware of the serious criminal charges currently facing my son’s father, Mark Sanchez," she wrote on Instagram. "My foremost priority has always been, and remains, our eight year old son, Daniel. I chose to remain silent publicly to protect Daniel. Now that everything is out in the open, my focus hasn’t changed. I have always been concerned for his safety and for what he is exposed to. Sadly, none of this is surprising to me.”
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Her comments came nine days after Sanchez was hospitalized and charged following the violent confrontation in Indianapolis.

Sanchez is a former NFL quarterback. He led the New York Jets to back‑to‑back AFC championship appearances in 2009 and 2010. He played 10 seasons in the league before retiring.

Also Read: Mark Sanchez criminal trial gets major update as ex-Jets QB faces multiple charges for stabbing truck driver: Report

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