Robert Irsay: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Features

The Indianapolis Colts will honor the late Jim Irsay in a way befitting his profound impact on the franchise and city, inducting the longtime owner into the team’s Ring of Honor during the 2025 season opener at Lucas Oil Stadium.

Indianapolis Colts News / Field Level Media / August 31

Colts dedicate season to late owner Jim Irsay, city

The Indianapolis Colts are dedicating the 2025 season to their late owner, Jim Irsay, and to the city the team has called home since 1984. The Colts released a trailer to kick off the season on Sunday, narrated by franchise legend Edgerrin James, that remembered Irsay.

Indianapolis Colts News / The Forkball / August 29

Late Colts Owner Jim Irsay Faced Drug Overdoses, Received Ketamine Treatments Before Death

The late Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay, who died in May at age 65, spent the final years of his life battling relapses into opioid use that were largely hidden from public view, according to an extensive report by The Washington Post.

Justin Herbert News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NFL's three-passing TD game leaders' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks in NFL history with more than 20 three-passing touchdown games in their careers can you name in six minutes?

The '5,000-yard passing seasons' quiz

The 'Most recent 4,000-yard passer by NFL team' quiz

The 'NFL Draft first-round quarterback selections since 2000' quiz

NFL News / Baltimore Ravens on SI / August 7

Ravens Pay Tribute to Late Colts Owner

For the second year in a row, the Baltimore Ravens' preseason opener began with a heartfelt tribute. Last year, it was for Jacoby Jones, the Super Bowl XLVII hero who tragically died in July of 2024 just three days after turning 40.

NFL News / Yardbarker

The 25 most memorable Monday Night Football moments

Another NFL season means more potentially memorable moments from Monday Night Football. Here are 25 of the most notable to date.

Indianapolis Colts News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 14

Colts’ will honor Jim Irsay during Week 1 game vs. Dolphins

The Indianapolis Colts are getting ready to honor the life and legacy of the late Jim Irsay this upcoming season. The organization confirmed that he will be formally inducted into the Colts Ring of Honor during their first game of the season, which will take place on September 7 against the Miami Dolphins.

Indianapolis Colts News / Field Level Media / June 13

Colts inducting late Jim Irsay into Ring of Honor in Week 1

The Indianapolis Colts will induct late owner and CEO Jim Irsay into their Ring of Honor during the Sept. 7 season opener against the Miami Dolphins at Lucas Oil Stadium.

NFL News / Yardbarker

25 NFL quarterbacks from the 2000s who you already forgot about

As years go by, it's easy to forget some of the players who suited up on the gridiron. While the quarterback is the one position in the NFL that is under

Click here to get Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day emailed to you!

The 'FBS animal teams' quiz

The '50-home run MLB seasons' quiz

The '200-passing yards in first 20 NFL games' quiz

The 'Multiple TD passes in an NFL debut' quiz

Indianapolis Colts News / 5 GOATs / June 9

Indianapolis Colts announce leadership will pass to Jim Irsay’s daughters in wake of his passing

The Indianapolis Colts announced on Monday that leadership will pass to the daughters of the late Jim Irsay. Carlie Irsay-Gordon will become the owner and CEO, Casey Foyt will become the owner and executive vice president, and Kalen Jackson will become the owner and chief brand officer as well as the president of the Indianapolis Colts Foundation.

Indianapolis Colts News / Field Level Media / June 9

Colts transition ownership to Jim Irsay's three daughters

The Indianapolis Colts announced details of the ownership transition Monday from the late Jim Irsay to his three daughters. In addition to their new roles as co-owners, eldest daughter Carlie Irsay-Gordon is now the CEO, Casey Foyt the executive vice president, and Kalen Jackson the chief brand officer and president of the team's foundation.

NFL News / 5 GOATs / June 1

Indiapolis Colts pay tribute to Jim Irsay following Pacers punching trip to the NBA Finals

A city losing an owner of a beloved sports team is tough for everyone. Even as another sport finds success, there tends to be a crossover for support. Especially when somebody like Jim Irsay from the Indianapolis Colts is involved, being a massive fan of the Indiana Pacers.

Indianapolis Colts News / 5 GOATs / May 28

Reggie Wayne breaks down while reflecting on Jim Irsay: ‘He was that dude’

Reggie Wayne broke down in tears while reflecting on the late Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay. While speaking to reporters on Wednesday, the Colts wide receivers coach and former Colts wide receiver explained the impact Irsay made on him and the community.

Indianapolis Colts News / 5 GOATs / May 28

Indianapolis Colts schedule private memorial service for Jim Irsay, plan public tribute

Indianapolis Colts team owner and CEO Jim Irsay heartbreakingly passed away at 65 years old last week. In the time since, numerous tributes from around the football world have poured in.

Indianapolis Colts News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 25

Late Colts owner Jim Irsay gets touching moment of silence at Indy 500 after sudden passing

Last week, famed Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay passed away in Los Angeles at the age of 65, sending a wave of sadness throughout the NFL world. Various tributes have been pouring in the days since, including from the Colts, who flew the flag at their facilities at half-staff this past week.

Indianapolis Colts News / 5 GOATs / May 23

Late Colts owner Jim Irsay’s daughter will serve as honorary Indianapolis 500 starter

In the wake of Indianapolis Colts’ owner Jim Irsay’s death, one of his daughters will take on special roles for the Indy 500 this weekend. Irsay’s daughter, Casey Irsay Foyt, will serve as honorary starters this Sunday.

Indianapolis Colts News / Field Level Media / May 22

Reports: Eldest daughter of Jim Irsay to claim operations role with Colts

Late Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay was a hands-on decision-maker from the highest seat in the team's operation after learning under his father. Now one of Irsay's children might follow a similar path to lead the Colts following her father's death.

Indianapolis Colts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 21

Colts Owner Jim Irsay Passed Away At 65

The Indianapolis Colts announced Wednesday that team owner Jim Irsay passed away at the age of 65. Here’s the full statement from the Colts regarding the news: “We are devastated to announce our beloved Owner & CEO, Jim Irsay, passed away peacefully in his sleep this afternoon.

Indianapolis Colts News / 5 GOATs / January 9, 2024

Colts owner Jim Irsay undergoing treatment for ‘severe respiratory illness’

The Indianapolis Colts announced on Tuesday that team owner Jim Irsay is receiving treatment for a severe respiratory illness. The 64-year-old was scheduled to play a show with his band, the Jim Irsay Band, at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles on Thursday, but he will now have to miss the event, according to the team.

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 24, 2020

April 26 in sports history: No way I'll play for Colts, Elway says

In 1983, Stanford's John Elway, touted as the best QB prospect since Joe Namath, wanted no part of playing with the Baltimore Colts, who drafted him No.1 overall anyway.

Ranking every first overall draft choice in NFL history