The Indianapolis Colts currently have a head coach in Chuck Pagano and general manager in Ryan Grigson, but owner Jim Irsay is attempting to replace both of them.
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Jay Glazer and Bob Kravitz both reported Irsay has reached out to Hall of Fame quarterback Peyton Manning about returning to Indianapolis to serve as the team's general manager. They also reported Irsay has tried to gauge Jon Gruden's interest in coaching the team.
Colts owner Jim Irsay in fact made strong push for Peyton Manning as head of football w Gruden as coach. Still hopeful to get Peyton
— Jay Glazer (@JayGlazer) January 14, 2017
WTHR can confirm that the Colts have spoken to Peyton Manning about a front office job with team. Told it's still a fluid situation.
— Bob Kravitz (@bkravitz) January 14, 2017
Kravitz said it's "unlikely" Manning accepts Irsay's offer.
Been told by multiple sources that a Manning hire is "unlikely'' at this point. Not sure if sticking point is ownership share or timing.
— Bob Kravitz (@bkravitz) January 14, 2017
According to Adam Schefter, Gruden will not leave ESPN to coach the Colts.
Rumors true: Colts owner Jim Irsay did pursue Jon Gruden, but Gruden resisted overtures, league sources tell ESPN. Gruden staying in TV.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) January 14, 2017
Gruden denied discussions with Irsay, saying: “I know nothing. I’ve told people, I’m not coaching. I’m a broadcaster, I’m not a coach.”
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) January 14, 2017
This can't be a good sign for the future of both Pagano and Grigson. Irsay clearly wants the Colts to return to prominence, and he doesn't seem to think current the coaching and management system is capable of leading the franchise back to the Super Bowl.
(h/t NFL Trade Rumors)
