Overview
- Chris Ballard was relieved of his duties Monday after the Colts blew a 13-0 halftime lead in a 26-20 home loss to the previously winless Tennessee Titans that left the team 2-4 on the season.
- Ballard led the franchise from 2017 through 2026 and leaves with roughly a 72-82-1 record, two playoff berths, one playoff win and no division titles amid long-running criticism about roster construction and quarterback instability.
- Coverage singled out specific personnel questions during Ballard’s tenure, including missed draft picks, heavy reliance on early draft hits, and a costly trade that sent two first-round picks for cornerback Sauce Gardner.
- Irsay-Gordon said making the change during the season was intentional and that the club will conduct a thorough search for a successor while keeping its on-field goals unchanged.
- Head coach Shane Steichen remains in place but faces increased scrutiny, and reporters say the new GM search, possible staff changes and short-term roster decisions are the key developments to watch next.