INDIANAPOLIS, -- Indianapolis Colts Owner and CEO dies at 65 years old, the team announced Wednesday. Irsay was vice president and general manager from 1984 to 1996 and became the owner, CEO and chairman in 1997. 

The Colts released a statement saying: 

“We are devastated to announce our beloved Owner & CEO, Jim Irsay, passed away peacefully in his sleep this afternoon. Jim’s dedication and passion for the Indianapolis Colts in addition to his generosity, commitment to the community, and most importantly, his love for his family were unsurpassed. Our deepest sympathies go to his daughters, Carlie Irsay-Gordon, Casey Foyt, Kalen Jackson, and his entire family as we grieve with them.

Senator Todd Young released a statement saying: