Dan Patrick reveals who Colts contacted first after GM firing

The Indianapolis Colts made a serious change Monday morning with the firing of basic supervisor Chris Ballard.

Ballard had been with the group because the 2017 season however was finally let go after a 2-4 begin this season. With the firing of Ballard, Indianapolis will now be trying to find a brand new GM and a report from Dan Patrick has given a little bit of perception on one specific identify within the search.

The Colts have reached out to Peyton Manning

Patrick spoke Monday morning and revealed that in keeping with his sources, the primary telephone name Indianapolis made after the firing of Ballard was to its former quarterback Peyton Manning.

Manning, who spent the primary 13 seasons of his profession with the Colts, is a beloved member of the franchise and nonetheless extremely regarded in Indianapolis. In accordance with Patrick’s sources, the decision to Manning didn’t solely search his recommendation but in addition gauged his curiosity within the GM opening in addition to partial possession.

“The decision didn’t solely get names and recommendations however may even discover whether or not or not Peyton is focused on being a basic supervisor for the Colts as an entry level that would come with possession curiosity.”