Colts Fire GM Chris Ballard After 2-4 Start, Ending His 10th Season

The Indianapolis Colts have fired general manager Chris Ballard after a 2-4 start and back-to-back losses. His tenure ends in his 10th season, and the pressure on head coach Shane Steichen and his staff is growing. Ballard had been under scrutiny since Indianapolis closed last season with seven straight losses. Owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon said competing for championships required a leadership change now rather than after the season, and the team will run a thorough search for his replacement. Ballard leaves with a 72-82-1 regular-season record and a 1-2 mark in the postseason.