Indianapolis Colts Owner Jim Irsay Dies at 65

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Sports legend and businessman dies in his sleep after successful career

They praised the boss' "dedication and passion" for the game, with which he was involved for decades having been part of the set up at Baltimore Colts, which later became Indianapolis Colts.

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Colts fans mourn the death of owner Jim Irsay

Colts fans take to social media to mourn Jim Irsay's death NFL commissioner Roger Goodell released a statement following Irsay's passing, noting all he accomplished during his time with the Colts for the organization and the league as a whole.

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BREAKING Billionaire Indianapolis Colts owner and CEO Jim Irsay dies aged 65

Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay, who had led the team since 1997 and presided over one of the storied franchise's greatest eras, has died The statement from the club read: "We are devastated to announce our beloved Owner & CEO, Jim Irsay, passed away peacefully in his sleep this afternoon.

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Jim Irsay’s oldest daughter expected to take control of Colts after owner’s stunning death

She will reportedly share ownership with her sisters, Casey Foyt and Kalen Jackson, but Irsay-Gordon will “primarily take charge of the football side of the franchise,” per the outlet.

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Roger Goodell's immediate statement on Colts owner Jim Irsay's sudden passing

Irsay was the son of Robert Irsay, who bought the Baltimore Colts in 1972 and moved them to Indianapolis in 1984. He was in charge of day-to-day management since 1995 and was the sole owner of the team since 1997. The Colts won Super Bowl XLI over the Chicago Bears, the franchise's only title, while he was at the helm.

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Jim Irsay, Indianapolis Colts owner, dies at 65

Jim Irsay, the owner and CEO of the Indianapolis Colts, died on Wednesday. He was 65. A cause of death was not immediately given, but the team said he died "peacefully in his sleep" He spent much of his young life around the team, including serving as a ball boy.

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Colts Announce Death Of Owner Jim Irsay At 65

Irsay inherited ownership of the Colts’ after the passing of his father in 1997, and has led the team since. He brought Indianapolis their first Super Bowl Championship in 2007. “Simply put, he wanted to make the world a better place and that philosophy never wavered,” the post concluded.

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Billionaire NFL owner Jim Irsay dead at 65 as team release statement

Colts legend Jim Irsay has died at the age of 65. He was one of the most successful players in the history of the NFL. The Colts won the Super Bowl in 2007, their first since 1990. The team won the game 29-17 against the New York Giants.

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Jim Irsay suddenly passes away at age 65

The Colts' X account confirmed the sudden death of Irsay, who has been with the franchise since 1984. He suffered a medical scare back in Dec. 2023. Though he resumed his duties as owner/CEO for the 2024 season. He won Super Bowl XLI with Indianapolis.

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'This hurts my soul': Indianapolis Colts players, coaches react to team owner Jim Irsay's death

Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay died in his sleep on Wednesday. He was less than a month away from his 66th birthday and four months from his 28th season as owner of the Colts. He had dealt with a health scare that had him in intensive care a year ago and his public appearances had dwindled.

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Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay dies aged 65

Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay has died at the age of 65. He died in his sleep on Wednesday afternoon, the team has announced. In a 2023 interview, he admitted he had partaken in rehab for alcoholism and painkiller addiction at least 15 times but hadn't consumed an alcoholic beverage since 2002.

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Kraft issues statement on Colts owner Jim Irsay's passing

Irsay died at the age of 65. He leaves behind a wife and three daughters. The Colts say they are saddened by the loss of Irsay, who was a beloved member of the team. For more on this story, go to CNN.com/sport.

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Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay dead at 65

Irsay's father purchased the team in 1972, when they still played in Baltimore. Irsay was the general manager of the team from 1982 to 1996. He became the NFL's youngest owner at age 37, shortly after his dad's death in 1997. He had several health issues over the years and battled drug and alcohol addiction.

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Jim Irsay’s Health: What Happened to the Late Colts Owner?

Jim Irsay, owner of the Indianapolis Colts team, died in May 2025. The late businessman’s cause of death was not immediately disclosed, but he had experienced a few health setbacks before his death. NFL commissioner, Roger Goodell, also paid tribute to IRSay by releasing a statement, which read, “We were deeply saddened to learn of Jim Irsays passing today”

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Jim Irsay, longtime owner of the Indianapolis Colts, dies at 65

Irsay passed away peacefully in his sleep, the team said in a statement. Carlie Irsay-Gordon is expected to assume principal ownership duties of the team. Chief operating officer Pete Ward and general manager Chris Ballard will also continue their active roles running day-to-day operations of the organization.

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Jim Irsay’s oldest daughter expected to take control of Colts after owner’s stunning death

Roger Goodell's immediate statement on Colts owner Jim Irsay's sudden passing

Jim Irsay, Indianapolis Colts owner, dies at 65

Colts Announce Death Of Owner Jim Irsay At 65

Billionaire NFL owner Jim Irsay dead at 65 as team release statement

Jim Irsay suddenly passes away at age 65

'This hurts my soul': Indianapolis Colts players, coaches react to team owner Jim Irsay's death

Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay dies aged 65

Kraft issues statement on Colts owner Jim Irsay's passing

Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay dead at 65

Jim Irsay’s Health: What Happened to the Late Colts Owner?

Jim Irsay, longtime owner of the Indianapolis Colts, dies at 65

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