Following the dismissal of GM Chris Ballard, the Indianapolis Colts reportedly made their first outreach to Hall of Fame quarterback Peyton Manning about a front‑office role, according to Dan Patrick. This isn’t the franchise’s first attempt to bring Manning back; in early 2017 Jim Irsay secretly pushed for Manning to become team president alongside coach Jon Gruden. The new ownership, led by Carlie Irsay‑Gordon, may now consider Manning for President of Football Operations or as a senior advisor, potentially paired with a hired GM. The article revisits past negotiations, equity concerns, and parallels with other former quarterbacks turned executives.
The Indianapolis Colts decided to fire Chris Ballard as general manager not long after the 26-20 Week 6 loss to the Tennessee Titans. With the franchise going in a new direction with the front office, head coach Shane Steichen shared his thoughts on the situation. Steichen informed media members that he has the utmost respect […]
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Months after star quarterback Aaron Rodgers reconciled with his family, they made it out to a game last week as they witnessed the Pittsburgh Steelers’ win over the Indianapolis Colts in person. His brother, Luke, and wife, Aimee, co-posted a bunch of recent pictures and videos, including several from the Steelers’ win over the Colts […]
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The Indianapolis Colts' secondary looks like it will be shorthanded when they visit the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday.
The Indianapolis Colts fire GM Chris Ballell after a 2-4 start to the 2026 season, ending his 2017-2026 tenure (72‑82‑1, two playoff berths, no AFC South titles). Ownership says the move signals a shift away from Ballell's draft‑centric, low‑free‑agency strategy toward a new front‑office philosophy. Coach Shane Steichen now faces heightened scrutiny, with assistant GM Ed Dodds handling personnel duties for the rest of the year. The incoming GM will inherit critical quarterback decisions, as the franchise still seeks stability since Andrew Luck’s retirement. The October timing gives the Colts extra time to shape a long‑term vision.
Shane Steichen is on to Colts @ Minnesota after Ballard’s firing!
Chris Ballard is out as Colts general manager, and the first person to stick up for him was the guy whose job might be next. Shane Steichen says the losing does not fall on Ballard alone, and around the league, people are already asking how long Steichen has left.
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While the Indianapolis Colts are dealing with the aftermath of firing GM Chris Ballard, the names popping up to replace him seem far-fetched. But there’s still a season to play, and here’s what Daniel Jones said about yet another disastrous performance in the rock-bottom loss to the Titans, according to a post on X by […]
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The Colts have moved on from Chris Ballard, but his history in Kansas City brings up the idea of a reunion.
DeForest Buckner’s frustration with the Indianapolis Colts has opened the door to talk about a reunion with the San Francisco 49ers. The veteran defensive tackle spent the first four seasons of his NFL career with the 49ers before being traded in 2020, and his recent comments have made a return feel worth discussing; with the […]
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The Indianapolis Colts have fired GM Chris Ballard, promoting Ed Dodds as interim front‑office chief while Shane Steichen stays as head coach. The move follows a 2‑4 start to the 2026 season, contrasting sharply with the Vikings’ perfect 5‑0 record. With former Vikings like Cam Bynum, Laquon Treadwell and Jerry Tillery on the Colts roster, Minnesota faces a familiar foe on Oct. 25 at 12:00 p.m. The fire‑sale may spark roster shake‑ups, targeting players such as Quenton Nelson, Jonathan Taylor and DeForest Buckner before the trade deadline, adding intrigue to the Week 7 showdown.
The Indianapolis Colts are living out their nightmare scenario after Week 6. Indy lost a heartbreaker against Tennessee, giving their division rival their first win of the season. Now the Colts look like they are on the precipice of a rebuild after firing GM Chris Ballard on Monday. If the Colts do become sellers at […]
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It didn’t take long for the Indianapolis Colts to fire GM Chris Ballard after the loss to the Titans. And little time passed before Peyton Manning’s name jumped into the mix of replacements. But should the Colts look to Manning or Andrew Luck as their next GM? The 26-20 loss to the previously winless Titans […]
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The Colts are likely going to be aggressive sellers prior to the NFL trade deadline, and the 49ers would be wise to poach one of these three players.
The Indianapolis Colts fired GM Chris Ballard after nine mediocre seasons. Former Colt Pat McAfee's take was no doubt shared by virtually every fan of the team.
In January 2011, the Denver Broncos handed their front office to John Elway, a Hall of Fame quarterback with no executive resume. Within two years, he had signed a quarterback coming off neck surgeries who had been cut loose by his old team. That quarterback was Peyton Manning, and together they went on to win […]
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The Indianapolis Colts have dismissed GM Chris Ballard a day after a 27-24 loss to the Tennessee Titans dropped the team to 2-4, ending a blown 13‑point halftime lead. Ballard, in the final year of his contract and coming off a 2025 season that ended with a seven‑game skid, departs with a 72-82-1 record and two playoff trips (2018, 2020). Assistant GM Ed Dodds will run personnel for the rest of the season.
The Indianapolis Colts, now 2-4 after a loss to the Titans, fire GM Chris Ballard after a decade and name Ed Dodds interim. With no first‑round pick after the Sauce Gardner trade, the franchise is eyeing Hall of Fame quarterback Peyton Manning as a potential long‑term GM, even considering an ownership stake to sweeten the deal. While Manning’s interest remains unconfirmed, the move signals Indianapolis’ desire to reshape its front office after missing the playoffs since 2020.
Per the Dan Patrick Show, the Colts’ first call after firing GM Chris Ballard “will be/has been” former QB Peyton Manning. Patrick says the call will not only be to gather candidates Manning sees fit, but they will also explore if he would be interested in the job himself, with an offer that would reportedly […]
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Gardner's lates injury could complicate the Colts' trade deadline plans.
The Indianapolis Colts, fresh off GM Chris Ballard’s firing, are reportedly reaching out to Hall‑of‑Famer Peyton Manning about a dual role as general manager and part‑owner. Dan Patrick revealed on his radio show that the team’s first call has already been made to Manning, who could also help select the next quarterback. The move would mark the first major hire under Jim Irsay’s daughters and could bring Manning back to Indy after years of media work with the ManningCast, which has seen declining viewership. Sources say Manning’s family’s preferences may be the final hurdle.
The Indianapolis Colts have fired general manager Chris Ballard, and that means Anthony Richardson has lost his greatest supporter. What does that mean now?
The Tennessee Titans snapped a 10-game skid with a 26-20 win over the Indianapolis Colts, but head coach Robert Saleh left the benching of $58 million cornerback Alontae Taylor unexplained. Taylor, who entered the season on a three‑year deal with $42 million guaranteed, was healthy yet inactive after a shaky first five games—opposing QBs completed 87.5% of passes against him and he recorded no interceptions or pass breakups. Saleh promised a staff discussion, while rookie Joshua Williams and practice‑squad Isaiah Oliver filled the void. The Titans improve to 1‑5 and face the Browns next, with Taylor’s role still uncertain.
Indianapolis Colts cornerback Sauce Gardner suffered a lower-body injury during the 26-20 Week 6 loss to the Tennessee Titans. Hours after firing Chris Ballard as general manager, the organization got an unfortunate update on Gardner. Reports indicate that the 25-year-old is expected to miss some time after being deemed week-to-week with a mid-calf strain, according […]
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The Indianapolis Colts are having an eventful Monday.