Jim Irsay made Indy a football town
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He was 65. “We are devastated to announce our beloved Owner & CEO, Jim Irsay, passed away peacefully in his sleep this afternoon," Pete Ward, the team's chief operating officer, revealed.
Through his love for football, classic rock and, most of all, Indianapolis, Irsay left an indelible impression and turned the Hoosier State into a football hotbed.
Jim Irsay, the longtime owner of the Colts, was public about his battle with addiction. It was one of the most courageous parts of Irsay's life.
Jim Irsay took over as owner of the Indianapolis Colts in 1997 and he was in charge of the team for nearly 30 years before passing away on Wednesday at the age of 65.
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Jim Irsay will be remembered for his Super Bowl, music, eccentric speech and philanthropy. But his real legacy is in his mental health conversations.
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NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, fellow owners and former players are remembering Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay for his commitment to his team and the game.