It’s not even been a few hours since the NFL owners’ meeting concluded in Minnesota, and yet the National Football League is already mourning a significant loss. The league has lost a true gem in the wake of the gathering. Jim Irsay, the longtime owner of the Indianapolis Colts and a prominent figure in professional football, took his last breath on Wednesday. His passing marks the end of an era for both the Colts organization and the NFL community at large. Irsay was more than just an owner. Fans, players, and colleagues will deeply feel his absence.

But amidst this heartbreaking news, one source of solace remains. His loved ones surrounded Irsay during his final moments. His family stood by his side as he peacefully departed from this world. As we reflect on his legacy, it’s only fitting that we take a moment to learn more about the people who meant the most to him. We are talking about Irsay’s devoted wife and beloved children. Let’s take a closer look at the family that stood with Jim through it all, both in life and in his final hours.

Who is Jim Irsay’s wife, Meg Coyle? 

Jim Irsay spent his final years surrounded by those dearest to him. The dearest people include his three daughters. And the list also includes his ex-wife and the mother of his children, Meg Coyle. Despite the end of their marriage, Jim and Meg maintained a supportive relationship. They stayed unified by their deep commitment to family. 

Irsay married Meg Coyle in 1980. For over two decades, Jim and Meg navigated the complexities of family life and the demands of the NFL world side by side. However, in 2003, the couple decided to separate, marking the beginning of a gradual parting of ways. A decade later, in 2013, they officially filed for divorce. Despite the end of their marriage, their shared commitment to their daughters and family remained unwavering.

However, Jim also had a girlfriend in the last stage of his life, Michelle Paul. They met in June 2022 in LA. According to Jim, Paul is a 52-year-old lawyer from Los Angeles and a ‘sweet animal activist’. But apart from Jim’s ex-wife and girlfriend, his daughters were everything for him. He gave them the education and the opportunity to take higher positions in the Colts organization. Let’s dive in to know more about Irsay’s daughters. 

Who are Jim Irsay’s daughters?

Jim and Meg had three daughters—Carlie Irsay-Gordon, Casey Foyt, and Kalen Jackson—who were raised not just as fans of the Colts, but future stewards of the franchise. And true to Irsay’s early vision, all three daughters eventually took on leadership roles within the organization.

• Carlie Irsay-Gordon, the eldest, has served as Vice Chair and Owner since 2012 and has been with the team in an executive capacity since 2008. At 44, she is now widely expected to become the next CEO of the Colts. Known for her calm leadership and forward-thinking vision, Carlie has long been considered her father’s first choice for succession.

• Kalen Jackson and Casey Foyt, also vice chairpersons, have worked alongside Carlie on everything from community programs to executive decisions. Kalen is particularly involved with the team’s mental health and anti-stigma initiatives, helping to spearhead the Kicking the Stigma campaign alongside her father. Casey, meanwhile, has had an active voice in branding and fan engagement.

Together, the three women have spent the last decade learning under their father, and now stand poised to continue his mission. As of now, there’s been no formal announcement about the new team owner, but the Irsay daughters are expected to take full control of the organization in accordance with estate plans Jim put in place years ago.

Through the turbulence of public scrutiny, private battles with addiction, and the ever-changing NFL landscape, the Irsays remained grounded in one truth: family first. As Jim once said in an interview, “This team, this city—it’s part of our blood. But nothing means more than my girls.” That sentiment now echoes across Colts Nation, which mourns the passing of its longtime patriarch. But between his three daughters, Jim Irsay’s legacy isn’t just intact—it’s in capable hands