L quarterback on the field during a game between the San Francisco 49ers and the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium on September 17, 2023 in Inglewood, California. (Credit: Ric Tapia/Getty Images)

Authorities said Sanchez continued toward Tole after being sprayed, prompting Tole to pull a knife. Sanchez was hospitalized with stab wounds to his upper right torso, while Tole suffered a cut to his face, according to the affidavit.

Sanchez told police while at the hospital that he remembered only reaching for a window and said he did not know who else had been involved in the confrontation or where it had occurred, according to court records.

Mark Sanchez's career

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Sanchez was let go by Fox Sports in November and replaced by Drew Brees. Sanchez had joined Fox Sports as a game analyst in 2021 after appearing on ABC and ESPN for two years.

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Sanchez had a 10-year NFL career before retiring in 2019. He spent four seasons with the New York Jets and also appeared in games with Philadelphia, Dallas and Washington.

The other side:

 We are pleased with the constructive and professional conversations we've had with Mr. Sanchez's team,  attorney Matt Golitko, who represents Tole, said in a statement.  Our discussions have been productive and we're on a positive path toward an agreement that will allow the parties to move forward. Mr. Tole appreciates the progress we have achieved and looks forward to an amicable resolution.