The article reflects on the significant impact Jim Irsay had on the Indianapolis Colts and the city itself, as conveyed by former quarterback Peyton Manning. When Manning joined the Colts in 1998, basketball and auto racing dominated Indiana's sports scene. Irsay's dedication to success led to pivotal decisions, like hiring Bill Polian and drafting key players, which helped elevate the Colts' status, drastically shifting the focus of the city towards football and molding it into a sports hub.
"...because of the [commitment] Jim made to winning ... he goes out and hires Bill Polian, who had rebuilt the Buffalo Bills..."
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