Colts part ways with general manager Chris Ballard

The Indianapolis Colts have relieved GM Chris Ballard of his duties, per the team's site and ESPN. IndyStar reports the move follows failures at quarterback and pass rush, after a home loss to the Titans.

Timeline

1. 19 Oct, 13:30 UTCFirst appeared on Google Trends
2. 19 Oct, 13:30 UTCPicked up on News
3. 19 Oct, 13:30 UTCColts confirm Ballard removal
4. 19 Oct, 13:30 UTCESPN covers Colts firing Ballard

Top sources

• chris ballardGoogle Trends
• shane steichenGoogle Trends
• Colts vs Titans: Good, bad and ugly from second-half collapseYahoo Sports
• Colts announce firing of general manager Chris Ballard after loss to Titans, DeForest Buckner criticismYahoo Sports
• Colts relieve general manager Chris Ballard of his dutiesColts.com
• Colts fire GM Chris Ballard after 10 years due to failures at QB, pass rush and moreIndyStar