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Daniel Jones says Colts players share responsibility for Chris Ballard’s firing
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INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — It’s been two days since the Colts decided to part ways with general manager Chris Ballard after a 2-4 start to the season. Ballard was the Colts’ general manager for 10 seasons, during which he compiled a 72-82-1 overall record, along with a 1-2 playoff record.
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Indianapolis Colts GM Chris Ballard during a NFL game between the Baltimore Ravens and the Indianapolis Colts on Sept. 13, 2026 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
INDIANAPOLIS – The tenure of Colts general manager Chris Ballard reached its end. The Colts announced Monday that Ballard has been “relieved of his duties” as the team's GM. This is a developing story.
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Colts have parted ways with General Manager Chris Ballard, according to reports. Ballard was relieved of his duties, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter on Monday. In ten seasons, Ballard had a 72-82-1 record, along with a 1-2 record in the playoffs.
The Indianapolis Colts fired longtime general manager Chris Ballard after a 26-20 loss to the previously winless Titans dropped the team to 2-4. Owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon said the midseason leadership change was intended to help the franchise meet its championship standard, while stressing the team’…
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts fired general manager Chris Ballard on Monday, one day after fans booed the team resoundingly and chanted “Fire Ballard” during Sunday's 26-20 loss to the previously winless Tennessee Titans.
Dan Dakich called Chris Ballard the worst GM in NFL history and says the Indianapolis Colts' and Irsay-Gordon's decision to fire him was seven years too late.
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Following the Colts’ loss to the previously winless Titans on Sunday, Colts general manager Chris Ballard was relieved of his duties on Monday. Colts head coach Shane Steichen addressed the dismissal of Ballard. “I got a ton of respect for Chris,” Steichen said.
INDIANAPOLIS - Major changes have come to the Indianapolis Colts front office as general manager Chris Ballard has been relieved of his position. This comes after a devastating 26-20 loss to the Tennessee Titans on Sunday and a downhill season thus far.
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Colts fired general manager Chris Ballard on Monday following the loss to the previously winless Titans on Sunday. Ballard was in his 10th season with the Colts. Indy made it to the playoffs twice during his tenure and never won the AFC South.
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — It’s been two days since the Colts decided to part ways with general manager Chris Ballard after a 2-4 start to the season. Ballard was the Colts’ general manager for 10 seasons, during which he compiled a 72-82-1 overall record, along with a 1-2 playoff record.
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