INDIANAPOLIS — Carlie Irsay-Gordon is expected to assume control of the Colts' football operations in the wake of the death of her father, Jim Irsay, Wednesday at the age of 65, stepping fully into a role she’s spent a long time preparing to handle.

All signs point to Carlie Irsay-Gordon taking over the Indianapolis Colts from her late father Jim Irsay, who passed away on Wednesday. At the age of 44 she will be one of the youngest owners in NFL history,

Jim's dedication to 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.” With a heavy heart,