Kelly Stafford has finally spoken out about the sudden absence of her podcast co-host and close friend Hank Winchester, a Detroit news reporter accused of making “unwanted sexual advances” toward an unnamed male massage therapist.

“I know The Morning After has looked a little different the past few weeks,” said Kelly, wife of LA Rams quarterback and ex-Detroit Lions star Matthew Stafford, during Friday’s episode of their podcast.

The 36-year-old mother of four avoided detailing the allegations against Winchester, who is currently on leave from Detroit’s WDIV while an outside investigation takes place. Matthew has stepped in for several episodes since Hank’s absence.

“Summer has been a lot for everyone,” Kelly said, according to Us Weekly. “I’ve been on the road a lot. Hank has some personal things going on. Thanks for sticking with us.”

“With the NFL season coming up fast,” she added, “you’ll definitely be hearing plenty from us soon. It’s just been a lot all at once.”

It’s unclear whether Stafford’s words hinted at Winchester returning. His lawyer denied all claims last month, calling them “false accusations.” So far, no criminal charges have been filed.

Details around the case remain somewhat vague. Sources told Fox 2 Detroit that the investigative journalist has been studying massage therapy in recent months.

Police and sheriff deputies searched his $560,000 suburban Detroit home on June 13, seizing electronic devices from the three-bed, three-bath property. The Oakland County Sheriff’s Office confirmed it helped local police with the warrant.

WDIV’s Vice President and GM Bob Ellis released a short statement last Wednesday acknowledging the case.

“We at Local 4 are aware of an external investigation involving Hank Winchester,” Ellis stated. “He’s on administrative leave. As this continues, we won’t be commenting further.”

However, Winchester’s lawyer Todd Flood rejected the claims, telling Daily Mail he believes the “investigation will go nowhere.”

“Hank has spent years seeking the truth for our community,” Flood said in a statement. “Being in a public role can unfortunately make someone a target for untrue claims.”

Winchester has been at WDIV since 2001, according to his bio, working as both an anchor and field reporter for the station.

He currently leads the Help Me Hank Consumer Unit, a team that exposes product recalls, helps resolve complaints, and tracks down community scam artists.

He’s also very active in local causes, partnering with the Detroit Pistons to build a gym and library at Thurgood Marshall Elementary School in the city.

A Michigan native and Central Michigan University alum, Winchester previously worked in TV across the state and in Miami before settling at WDIV.

He often shares stories about his daughter Emma on The Morning After, where he and Kelly speak openly about parenting and life.

Kelly, a registered nurse, has four kids with her Super Bowl-winning husband, who’s also one of Hank’s longtime friends. The show’s intro refers to Winchester as Kelly’s “bestie.”

“Her husband’s a Super Bowl champ, and his daughter loves dinosaurs,” says the podcast’s description. “Kelly Stafford and bestie Hank Winchester know about pressure, the spotlight, and balancing it all for their families.

“With her inside view of NFL life and his experience in TV journalism (‘Help Me Hank’ on WDIV NBC Detroit), their real-life stories will make you laugh and feel seen. Grab a drink and join the chaos!”