A flood of emotional reactions and condolences followed the death of Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay. Peyton Manning said he was "heartbroken" by the news after spending 13 years of his illustrious career under Irsay's leadership with the AFC South franchise.

With all due respect to eight-time Pro Bowl wide receiver Marvin Harrison and seven-time Pro Bowl running back Marshall Faulk, Hall of Fame quarterback Peyton Manning was the most important player drafted by late Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay.

On Wednesday afternoon, the announcement came from the Indianapolis Colts that longtime owner Jim Irsay has passed away at the age of 65. A legend not just for the Colts' franchise, but for the entire city of Indianapolis, Irsay had been a massive figure within the organization for some time.