Honoring the late Jim Irsay with a spot in the Colts Ring of Honor kickstarts the season in Week 1.
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With a heartfelt announcement, the Indianapolis Colts are set to honor their late owner and CEO, Jim Irsay, by inducting him into their iconic Ring of Honor during the September 7 season opener against the Miami Dolphins at Lucas Oil Stadium.
The big day would've been Irsay's 66th birthday, but sadly, he passed away on May 21.
Joining the ranks of esteemed names like Peyton Manning, Reggie Wayne, Dwight Freeney, and Tony Dungy, Irsay will be the 20th member of the Colts Ring of Honor. This exclusive group has had a profound impact on the franchise for the past four decades.
Recently, the Colts' ownership switched hands, with Irsay's three daughters taking the reins: Carlie Irsay-Gordon, Casey Foyt, and Kalen Jackson. They acknowledged their father's unwavering support for the team, the NFL, Indianapolis, and Indiana, and expressed that his induction into the Ring of Honor is a fitting tribute to his enduring legacy.
Jim Irsay's stewardship of the Colts from 1984-2024 saw the team record a respectable 316-294-1 in the regular season and a playoff win in Super Bowl XLI.
By the time his induction ceremony takes place in 2025, Irsay will join the likes of Robert Irsay, Bill Brooks, Ted Marchibroda, Chris Hinton, Jim Harbaugh, Edgerrin James, Jeff Saturday, Marvin Harrison, Tony Dungy, Dwight Freeney, Dallas Clark, Robert Mathis, Reggie Wayne, Tarik Glenn, Cory Redding, Bill Polian, Ray Buchanan, and Johnny Unitas in the prestigious Colts Ring of Honor[1][2][3].
[1] Enrichment Data: The Indianapolis Colts Ring of Honor currently includes 19 members, with Jim Irsay set to join as the 20th member in 2025.[2] Enrichment Data: The Colts' Ring of Honor commemorates individuals who have made significant contributions to the franchise over the years.[3] Enrichment Data: The first induction took place in 1996, with Robert Irsay becoming the first member.
- The Indianapolis Colts' coaching staff is looking forward to guiding their team, led by Irsay's daughters, during the playoff runs of the upcoming NFL seasons, aiming to secure another Super Bowl title.
- With the relentless spirit of their late coach instilled in their hearts, the Colts football team is determined to continue playing American-football at the highest level, reflecting Irsay's undying passion for sports.
- Football fans across the country eagerly await the 2025 season opener, when the Colts will honor their late owner and visionary, Jim Irsay, in the prestigious Super Bowl festivities.
- As the NFL gears up for the new season, many teams are looking to emulate the success achieved by the Indianapolis Colts under the strong leadership of Jim Irsay, an iconic figure in the world of American football.
