Jim Irsay
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"James "Jim" Irsay" is the owner and CEO of the Indianapolis Colts of the National Football League.

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We've been ready to have things done.

But having that shift from the city being in control to the state taking control, a whole bunch of new players came into play. We've made a lot of progress and I anticipate things getting wrapped up in mid-August.

It will get done, ... It's not done, done, but it might as well be. You know how much respect I have for Tony. We'll do an extension and probably get something done in the next month or two.

This is not something you want to do too often, but what a great opportunity it is for the franchise. I know this is something Indianapolis and Indiana can be proud of. It's something to be out here and having that worldwide presence.

We are pleased to have reached agreement on all issues with the (Capital Improvements Board) related to the lease and look forward to the successful completion of all other unfinished agreements.

In a way, it's a great thing that I have the opportunity to stand at the crossroads of Los Angeles and Indianapolis, and stay right here, ... People say that reality is in the footsteps, and not the words. That, as much as anybody, gives you a chance to show your sincerity and commitment, and what you're all about as far as leaving a legacy.

I'd like to think that we continue to break through new barriers, ... Certainly the goal always is the Super Bowl.

Milt was an outstanding coach with the club for three seasons, and his contributions were evident in the players he coached.

We're working hard in Indianapolis to have a facility similar to this, a sort of sister stadium, but there's a lot of distance to be covered still. These things are very complex, and they take a lot of twists and turns. The exciting thing is that if we get it done as planned, and we move in for the 2008 season, we'll have Peyton Manning there for the opening.