As the NFL draft begins, a familiar face is missing from the crowd of 150,000 gathered in Detroit. Chris Mortensen, the award-winning journalist who covered the NFL for almost four decades, will be deeply missed. Mortensen, a senior ESPN analyst for 32 years, passed away on March 3, 2024, after announcing his retirement last year to focus on his health, family, and faith.
NFL remembers Chris Mortensen ahead of the big event
This year’s draft will be somber, as the NFL has planned a tribute to honor Mortensen’s legacy. A fixture at the draft for many years, his absence leaves a void for fans, colleagues at ESPN, and the NFL community.
His dedication to the sport and insightful reporting will forever be a part of the NFL Draft’s history.
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