The NFL lost a legend last week, when longtime Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay died at 65 years old. Irsay became the youngest general manager in NFL history at the age of 24 back in 1984, then became the youngest NFL owner at 37 when he assumed ownership of the franchise following his father's death in 1997.

Irsay inherited the Colts in 1997 following the passing of his father and held the role as owner and CEO ever since. His death hit home for many, with those in the NFL world payin

INDIANAPOLIS — The Colts will wear a black patch on their jerseys in 2025 to honor late owner Jim Irsay, who died last week at the age of 65. Irsay’s patch includes his initials in bold white letters, overlaid by a copy of his signature and the trademark smiley face he always used to write on autographs for fans.

Longtime Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay has died at 65, the team announced in a statement Wednesday. "We are devastated to announce our beloved Owner & CEO, Jim Irsay, passed away peacefully in his sleep this afternoon," Pete Ward, the team's chief operating officer, announced.

The Colts will honor the late Jim Irsay on their uniforms this season. The team announced on Tuesday that they will be putting a patch on their jerseys to honor Irsay, who died on May 21.

"My guess is this planning has been done long before now so that (the franchise) is not all passing at his death."