Colts Owner Addresses Backlash Regarding Her Presence on Team’s Sidelines - Newsweek (opens in a new tab)

newsweek.com · 2025-08-27

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Claim 1 of 4Not checkedCarlie Irsay-Gordon remains a visible presence on the Colts' sideline, where her playbook review and note-taking have drawn backlash from critics.View evidenceHide evidence

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Claim 2 of 4Not checkedIrsay-Gordon said she has only a "fifth-grade reading level understanding" of the game on a good day, but that asking questions and listening helps her understand and lead.View evidenceHide evidence

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Claim 3 of 4Not checkedBill Simmons criticized her sideline presence and said an owner taking notes on the sideline is "nuts."View evidenceHide evidence

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Claim 4 of 4Not checkedThe article says Irsay-Gordon has no plans to change her non-traditional sideline approach anytime soon.View evidenceHide evidence

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