Colts Induct Late Owner Jim Irsay into Ring of Honor

The Indianapolis Colts will induct their late owner Jim Irsay into the team's Ring of Honor during the season opener on September 7 against the Miami Dolphins. The announcement was made on what would have been Irsay's 66th birthday, honoring his decades-long dedication to the franchise, the city of Indianapolis, and the state of Indiana. Irsay, who took over ownership in 1997 after his father's death, led the Colts to a Super Bowl XLI victory, 10 division titles, and two AFC championships. He will be the 20th inductee, joining notable members such as Peyton Manning, Tony Dungy, Reggie Wayne, and his father Robert Irsay, the franchise's inaugural Ring of Honor member. The Colts organization is planning additional events to celebrate Irsay's legacy leading up to the home opener. His daughters and current team owners, Carlie Irsay-Gordon, Casey Foyt, and Kalen Jackson, have expressed that it is fitting for their father to be recognized among the franchise's greatest contributors.