Dan Patrick clarifies Peyton Manning's potential role with Colts
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 27, 2026, 1:30 AM
Last updated Oct 27, 2026

Dan Patrick clarified his remarks regarding Peyton Manning's possible involvement with the Indianapolis Colts in the aftermath of Chris Ballard's firing. Initially, reports indicated Manning might be considered for a front office position, but ESPN's Adam Schefter stated the Colts are not expected to pursue him. Patrick's source indicated that while Manning is unlikely to take a position soon, there is mutual interest in future discussions. Manning has significant commitments with his Omaha Productions and family priorities. Discussions about Manning's involvement remain open, with a possibility of consulting in the future, but details are still evolving.
- •Dan Patrick clarified claims about Peyton Manning and the Colts' front office
- •Adam Schefter reports Colts not pursuing Manning for GM position
- •Manning's interests include family and Omaha Productions commitments
- •Future discussions about consulting roles may occur
- •Colts seeking stability after Chris Ballard's departure
- 1:30 AMYahoo Sports — Dan Patrick clarifies reporting on Peyton Manning joining Colts’ front office
"On Sunday, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported that the Indianapolis Colts were not expected to consider franchise legend Peyton Manning to fill the vacancy left by the franchise’s firing of general manager Chris Ballard, and that Manning, whose Omaha Productions inked a nine-year extension with ESPN through 2034, was unlikely to have any interest in the…
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