Irsay spent over five decades in the NFL and was in charge of the Colts since 1997. Before that, he mingled in nearly every department the organization has to offer and was named

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.

The longtime owner of the Indianapolis Colts has died in Los Angeles after suffering from a string of health woes. He was 65.