Mark Sanchez is a former American football quarterback, born on November 11, 1986, in Long Beach, California. He rose to prominence during his college years at the University of Southern California (USC), where he led the Trojans to a Rose Bowl victory in his only season as a starter in 2008. Sanchez was drafted by the New York Jets as the fifth overall pick in the 2009 NFL Draft, marking the beginning of his professional football career. Sanchez had a notable NFL career spanning ten seasons, primarily with the Jets, but also playing for the Philadelphia Eagles, Dallas Cowboys, and Washington Football Team. During his first two seasons with the Jets, he led the team to consecutive AFC Championship Games, setting several franchise records, including most postseason victories by a quarterback with four wins[1][4]. His impressive rookie season earned him a spot on the 2009 NFL All-Rookie Team. After retiring from football in 2019, Sanchez transitioned to broadcasting. Initially, he worked with ABC/ESPN, contributing to programs like "College Football Live" and "SportsCenter"[1]. In July 2021, he joined FOX Sports as a game analyst, further expanding his role in sports media[1]. As of 2024, Sanchez continues to work with FOX Sports, covering the United Football League (UFL)[1]. In his personal life, Mark Sanchez married actress Perry Mattfeld in May 2023, and they have two children together[3]. His career has been marked by both athletic achievements and a successful transition into sports broadcasting, maintaining his relevance in the sports world.