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5 Clues from Colts' GM Chris Ballard's Season-Ending Presser
Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard had a different tone than in years past, but the clues for the offseason remained.
'That was a mistake,' said Colts GM Chris Ballard on 2024 roster construction
After finishing 9-8 in 2023 and narrowly missing out on the playoffs following a Week 18 loss to Houston, outside of the draft, Ballard barely added to the roster. The only outside additions made were Joe Flacco and Raekwon Davis–a backup quarterback and a rotational defensive tackle.
Colts GM Chris Ballard on running it back: 'That was a mistake'
Frustrated by the team’s lack of success under Ballard’s watch, the fan base has loudly and consistently called for change at the top of the organization, a steady call that Colts owner Jim Irsay acknowledged in the statement he released hours after the season finale that revealed Indianapolis would bring back Ballard and head coach Shane Steichen.
Chris Ballard again answering questions about play of Colts' secondary
For the second offseason in a row, general manager Chris Ballard had to answer questions about the Colts' performance on defense in the secondary. And for the second offseason in a row, Ballard had to admit that the play wasn't good enough.
GM Chris Ballard promises to take a new approach after Colts fail to make playoffs again
Yet team owner Jim Irsay still opted to bring back Ballard and coach Shane Steichen while expressing his disappointment with Indy's four-year playoff absence in a letter posted Sunday night. Five days later, Ballard sounded relieved to be getting another chance — perhaps his final opportunity to fix the mistakes of recent years.
'He was drowning:' Colts GM Chris Ballard on why Anthony Richardson needed to be benched
Anthony Richardson was benched for two games this season, a move that GM Chris Ballard said was necessary because "he was drowning."
Colts GM Chris Ballard admits he's 'extremely disappointed' with 2024 results, needs to add competition for QB Anthony Richardson
Speaking with reporters on Friday, Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard admits he's "extremely disappointed" with the team's results in 2024.
Colts GM Chris Ballard says we knew 'it was going to be a roller coaster' when drafting Anthony Richardson
The Colts' second-year quarterback hasn't been able to stay on the field or play consistently when he's been out there
Why was Anthony Richardson named captain if his preparation was off? Chris Ballard explains
Why was Anthony Richardson named a captain if his preparation was off? General manager Chris Ballard explained the disconnect that led to a benching.
Chris Ballard explains Colts' benching of Anthony Richardson and his return to starting lineup
Chris Ballard further explained the Colts decision to bench Anthony Richardson this season and what led to his return to the starting lineup.
Chris Ballard on Anthony Richardson: Has to stay healthy, has to be more consistent
Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson's development was a major topic of conversation at General Manager Chris Ballard's end of the season press conference on Friday.
Colts Chris Ballard said running it back was a mistake; but won't promise he'll add free agents
Colts general manager Chris Ballard admitted that running back his roster was a mistake. So why can't he promise to sign a ...
Colts' Chris Ballard Says He Was 'Wrong' with Roster Strategy for 2024 NFL Season
Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard took responsibility for the team's shortcomings in 2024 while addressing the ...
‘We’re not close’: Colts GM Chris Ballard acknowledges roster-building failures, vows change
"I don't blame (fans) for being pissed and questioning," Ballard said. "They should. ... I need to earn their trust back." ...