Jim Irsay, the influential owner and CEO of the Indianapolis Colts, passed away at age 65 in his sleep. Irsay took over the Colts in 1997, leading the team to significant success, including two AFC titles and a Super Bowl victory. His passion for football was rooted in his childhood, where he developed a love for the game alongside legends like Johnny Unitas. Many within the NFL community, including players and media members, expressed deep condolences and shared memories reflecting his impact on and off the field. He is survived by his daughters and grandchildren.
His first day at training camp, immediately after the lockout ended, he drove his golf cart over to where I was and started firing off questions about Twitter.
Jim Irsay was the definition of an NFL lifer. As a kid, Irsay hung out in the locker room with Hall of Fame QB Johnny Unitas.
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