The Indianapolis Colts are now in the running for a hypothetical ‘Biggest Shock of the Year’ award. In a surprising move, the Indianapolis Colts have fired head coach Frank Reich. One would think that firing a head coach would be the only surprise the Colts had in store for fans. But they went a step further and hired someone with no college or league coaching experience.
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Yes, you’ve read that right. The Colts’ interim coach, Jeff Saturday, is a former player and current analyst. Despite his lack of coaching experience, Colts owner Jim Irsay seems to have full faith in his abilities.
The decision came after the Colts suffered a humiliating 26-3 defeat to the New England Patriots.
Jim Irsay makes a bewildering statement
Colts owner Jim Irsay believes that Saturday is capable of taking on this role. While his faith in the former player may not be reassuring, his statements regarding the matter are bizarre.
Pro Football Focus’ Ari Meirov tweeted one of Irsay’s statements. He said, “I don’t know how to make sausage. I don’t know what goes into sausage. But I do know how to build a football team. I’ve been doing this for 50+ years.”
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Oct 31, 2021; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry (22) is tackled by Indianapolis Colts defensive end Al-Quadin Muhammad (97) during the second half at Lucas Oil Stadium. Titans won 34-31. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-USA TODAY Sports | Reuters
As bewildering as the statement sounds, it seems like confusion is the theme all around. CBS Sports’ Will Brinson also tweeted a statement from the Colts’ press conference. Jeff Saturday expressed exactly what fans were feeling about the decision when he asked Irsay, “Why am I a candidate for this?”
The Colts’ chaotic press conference included Michael Jordan references. And also had statements about the good fortune around Saturday’s availability.
Fans react to Irsay’s statements
Jim Irsay’s statements proved to be the best kind of Twitter bait. Perplexed fans provided some hilarious reactions.
This fan posted a hilarious picture.
Another fan quipped.
One fan made a funny comment.
This man ate sausage this morning
This fan is confused.
Another fan does not know how to react.
I don't know if I should laugh or cry
Irsay’s analogy seems to have cracked his fan up
What kind of analogy was that 😂
Another fan posted a hilarious picture.
Jeff Saturday on Sunday !
Currently, the Colts stand at a disappointing 3-5-3. They are currently trailing the Tennessee Titans and are ranked second in the AFC South.
Fans will hope that Irsay’s intuition is on the right path with this hire. Jeff Saturday will make his NFL coaching debut in the Colts’ next game against the Las Vegas Raiders.
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