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Colts players confront fallout of Chris Ballard's firing

Original: In the Colts' locker room, the weight of Chris Ballard’s firing hits home https://www. nytimes.com/athletic/7711830/2 02

The Indianapolis Colts dismissed general manager Chris Ballard after a 2-4 start to the season, and the decision is weighing heavily inside the locker room. Quarterback Daniel Jones spoke candidly alongside teammates as players reckon with the reality that their poor start cost Ballard his job, raising questions about the franchise's direction and pressure on the roster to turn things around quickly.

Why now: A prominent NFL franchise firing its long-serving general manager mid-season naturally draws broad sports attention.

Chris BallardIndianapolis ColtsDaniel Jones

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• In the Colts' locker room, the weight of Chris Ballard’s firing hits home https://www. nytimes.com/athletic/7711830/2 026/10/21/colts-daniel-jones-chris-ballard-firing/ A candid Daniel Jones and Indianapolis' players reckon with the harsh reality that their 2-4 start cost the… · athletic@sportsfeed.me

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