Colts weigh contacting Peyton Manning for GM role after Ballard’s firing
The Indianapolis Colts were reported on October 20, 2026, to be weighing a call to Hall of Fame quarterback Peyton Manning about the general-manager vacancy, according to Cleveland. com, though no confirmation of a conversation has been given.
The vacancy arose after owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon terminated GM Chris Ballard on October 18, 2026, following a loss that left the team at 1-5. Earlier reports said Ballard was dismissed after a 2-4 start and after a defeat to the Tennessee Titans, prompting a franchise-wide search for new leadership.