Former Saints Running Back Joins FOX Sports

Former Saints running back Mark Ingram joins the FOX Sports broadcast team on BIG NOON KICKOFF programming.

There were rumblings at the beginning of June that one legendary Saints running back would replace another on FOX Sports. That became official on Thursday afternoon, as Mark Ingram officially replaces Reggie Bush on BIG NOON KICKOFF programming.

“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!”

“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. “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, a former first-round pick of the Saints in 2011, will join analysts Matt Leinart, Brady Quinn, Urban Meyer and host Rob Stone on Saturdays at 9:00 AM CT on FOX ahead of BIG NOON SATURDAY. He became the team's all-time leading rusher in 2021.