Chris Mortensen

Christian Anthony Mortensen (November 7, 1951 – March 3, 2024), known to friends as "Mort", was an American journalist regarded as a pioneer working year-round reporting news of the National Football League (NFL).

Chris Mortensen
Mortensen in 2006
Born
Christian Anthony Mortensen

(1951-11-07)November 7, 1951
Torrance, California, U.S.
DiedMarch 3, 2024(2024-03-03) (aged 72)
Occupation(s)Sports reporter and columnist
Years active1991–2023
SpouseMicki Mortensen
ChildrenAlex Mortensen

Mortensen is best-known for his work at the cable television network ESPN, frequently contributing to the network's award-winning football shows such as NFL GameDay, Sunday NFL Countdown, and Monday Night Countdown, as well as the network's Outside the Lines series. He was also a frequent contributor to the network's SportsCenter, ESPN Radio, and ESPN.com packages.

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