"ESPN NFL Reporter Chris Mortensen Passes Away at 72"

Longtime ESPN NFL reporter Chris Mortensen has passed away at the age of 72. Known for his exceptional coverage of the NFL, Mortensen retired last April after a career spanning over three decades. He battled esophageal cancer for years and had decided to focus on his health, family, and faith. Before joining ESPN, he covered the Atlanta Braves, the Atlanta Falcons, and the NFL for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, winning a George Polk Award in 1987. Mortensen is survived by his wife, Micki Mortensen, and a son, Alex Mortensen, who is a football coach and former professional quarterback.