By Sunday 
Something’s been missing from The Morning After, and it’s not just the iced coffee or off-the-cuff NFL takes.
Over the past few weeks, fans of the podcast hosted by Kelly Stafford — wife of Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford — have noticed a distinct absence: her co-host and longtime friend, Hank Winchester, hasn’t been on the mic. Until now, there’s been little said. But on the latest episode, Kelly finally addressed the elephant in the studio.
“TMA Has Looked a Little Differently…”
Without going into full detail, Kelly acknowledged the shift.
“I know that TMA has looked a little differently over the last few weeks,” she said. “I’ve been traveling a bunch. Hank is dealing with some personal stuff. Bear with us there.”
It was a soft-touch way of acknowledging a situation that’s been swirling in Detroit media circles — Winchester, a veteran reporter at WDIV, is currently under external investigation following allegations of unwanted sexual advances made toward a male masseuse. Since mid-June, he’s been on administrative leave while authorities investigate.
Meanwhile, Matthew Stafford himself has stepped in a few times to co-host episodes — a noticeable, if welcome, pivot in the show’s usual dynamic.
Allegations, Uncertainty, and Silence
No charges have been filed. Winchester’s lawyer has firmly denied any wrongdoing, describing the allegations as “false” and insisting the investigation “will end where it began — nowhere.” Even so, the optics are heavy, and with police having reportedly seized electronics from Winchester’s home, the situation isn’t exactly fading quietly.
WDIV, where Winchester has worked since 2001 and led the Help Me Hank consumer unit, has stayed mostly tight-lipped, releasing only a standard statement acknowledging the investigation.
A Show in Limbo
For Kelly, the podcast has always been about navigating real life — from raising four kids to surviving NFL pressure. Now, she finds herself walking the fine line between transparency and loyalty, clearly hoping to keep the show’s spirit intact without pouring gasoline on a complicated fire.
Whether Hank will return to The Morning After remains to be seen. Kelly’s words — “Soon you will be getting plenty of us, I’m sure” — leave things open to interpretation. Was it a hint at his return, or just optimism that the show, in whatever form, will find its footing again?
A Community Watching Closely
Detroit knows Hank Winchester well — as a reporter, anchor, advocate, and father. That’s part of why this story stings more than a standard news scandal. It’s not just about a podcast. It’s about trust, reputation, and what happens when the people we welcome into our homes — through our screens or earbuds — suddenly disappear under a cloud.
One thing’s clear: for now, The Morning After is still pouring… but it’s not quite the same blend.