Rather than taking handoffs in 2023, Mark Ingram will be greeting homes all across America this fall ahead of some of the biggest games in college football.
According to a press release on Thursday, Ingram will be joining Fox Sports as an analyst for its Big Noon Kickoff show for this upcoming season. Ingram is joining a panel that includes former USC quarterback Matt Leinart, former Notre Dame quarterback Brady Quinn, national championship-winning head coach Urban Meyer along with host Rob Stone.
“We couldn’t be more excited to welcome Heisman Trophy-winner and BCS National Champion Mark Ingram to the FOX Sports family,” said FOX Sports President of Production and Operations, Executive Producer Brad Zager in the release. “Mark’s infectious personality, outstanding playing credentials and above all passion for the game is what makes him such an invaluable asset to our team. With him on board, BIG NOON KICKOFF will continue to provide viewers with unparalleled analysis and commentary each and every Saturday.”
Ingram, who played 12 seasons in the NFL, was a key piece in sparking the Alabama dynasty under Nick Saban. In 2009 Ingram won the Heisman Trophy and led the Crimson Tide to its first national championship win since 1992.
“I’m thrilled to join FOX Sports and BIG NOON KICKOFF”, said Ingram II. “I can’t wait to feel the energy and excitement every Saturday, alongside some of the most talented and entertaining names in our sport, at the biggest games in college football – I’m ready for the Fall!”
Ingrams ranks No. 7 all-time in rushing at Alabama following his three seasons with the Crimson Tide. He would later go on to become a first-round draft pick by the New Orleans Saints where he would later become the franchise’s all-time leader in rushing yards and touchdowns.
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Patrick Dowd is a Reporter for Touchdown Alabama Magazine. You can follow him on Twitter, via Pat_Dowd77
