US EditionColts’ Carlie Irsay-Gordon bringing Chris Ballard, Shane Steichen back for 2026
- Ian Rapoport reported on Jan 4, 2026, that `Colts GM Chris Ballard and coach Shane Steichen will return for the 2026 season, per sources`, confirming owners Carlie Irsay-Gordon, Casey Foyt and Kalen Jackson's decision.
- After an 8-2 start, the Colts lost seven consecutive games and missed the playoffs, but Ownership said the early promise warranted another look.
- Injuries to the roster, notably to Daniel Jones, who fractured a fibula then tore his right Achilles, while DeForest Buckner and Sauce Gardner missed time, prompting the Colts to sign retired Philip Rivers who started three games.
- Owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon will address reporters Monday and Chris Ballard is expected to hold a season-ending news conference later this week as several core players become free agents after 2026.
- Ballard's nine-season record and Steichen's three-year mark reveal mounting scrutiny as Colts enter 2026 amid a five year playoff drought, risking jobs with another losing season.
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Colts Confirm Ballard, Steichen Will Return in 2026
Justin Casterline INDIANAPOLIS–The Indianapolis Colts have decided to retain head coach Shane Steichen and general manager Chris Ballard for the 2026 season despite not making the playoffs this year. The team finished 8-9 and missed the playoffs after starting the season 8-2. Quarterback Daniel Jones suffered a season-ending injury, leading the Colts to sign Philip Rivers, who started in several losses. Rookie Riley Leonard completed 21 of 34 pa…
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Colts to retain coach Shane Steichen, GM Chris Ballard
Indianapolis Colts coach Shane Steichen and general manager Chris Ballard will return for the 2026 season, the team announced after Sunday's season-closing 38-30 loss to the host Houston Texans.
Indianapolis Colts Say They're Running It Back Despite Collapse At End Of Season
The Indianapolis Colts have not made the playoffs since 2020 and definitely didn't do it this season as they lost their last seven games. And did we mention they finished under .500?But despite those black marks on the resume, the organization is running it back with coach Shane Steichen and general manager Chris Ballard, the club said in a statement.I texted OutKick's Dan Dakich the news Sunday afternoon. The disbelief of his reaction was obvio…
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