Colts dismiss general manager Chris Ballard a day after Titans loss
The Indianapolis Colts fired general manager Chris Ballard on Monday, one day after a home loss to the Titans.
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What happened
The Indianapolis Colts fired general manager Chris Ballard on Monday, one day after a home loss to the Titans. Owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon said new leadership was needed.
Why it matters
The move raises questions about whether further changes to the team are coming before the trade deadline.
Timeline
- Oct 19, 11:43 AM ET: The Colts fired Chris Ballard one day after losing to the Titans at home.
- Oct 19, 3:19 PM ET: Observers questioned whether the firing signals a broader Colts overhaul as the trade deadline nears.
- Oct 20, 6:15 AM ET: A former NFL player brought franchise legend Peyton Manning into the discussion of the firing.
Coverage
- Former NFL player makes Peyton Manning request after Colts fire GM Chris Ballard (Yahoo News)
- Does firing GM Chris Ballard portend a Colts overhaul? (espn.com)
- Colts 'still expect to compete' after firing longtime GM Ballard (101greatgoals.com)
- Colts fire GM Ballard after home loss to Titans, cite 'necessary' change (espn.com)
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