Colts fire GM Chris Ballard amid struggling season, consider Jonathan Taylor trade

The Indianapolis Colts fired GM Chris Ballard on October 19, 2026, after a disappointing start to the season. Currently sitting at 2-4, the team is exploring significant roster changes, including potentially trading Pro Bowl running back Jonathan Taylor. Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon expressed a need for urgent improvement, citing the team's lack of playoff success during Ballard's tenure, which included only one postseason appearance since 2020. As the Colts prepare for challenging upcoming games against the Minnesota Vikings and Jacksonville Jaguars, the focus shifts to rebuilding the roster.

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