Jim Irsay tried to hire Jon Gruden as Colts coach
Colts owner Jim Irsay pursued Jon Gruden to become Indianapolis' head coach, but the Monday Night Football analyst resisted the overtures, league sources told ESPN.
Gruden intends to remain in the television booth, sources said, in part because of the coaching restrictions of the NFL's collective bargaining agreement.
According to multiple reports, Irsay also met with Peyton Manning, hoping the former Colts quarterback would be interested in a front-office job. However, a Manning hire is considered unlikely.
Gruden has denied any discussions with Irsay, saying: "I know nothing. I've told people I'm not coaching. I'm a broadcaster. I'm not a coach." He previously resisted exploratory calls this offseason from the San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams, sources said.
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