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Colts GM Chris Ballard Calls NFL Players Returning to College 'Stupidest Shit'

Indianapolis Colts GM Chris Ballard criticizes former NFL players seeking to return to college eligibility.

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Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard stated on September 1, 2026, that former NFL players returning to college for eligibility is the 'stupidest shit' he has ever heard. [1] Tim Cook's final day as Apple CEO was Monday, August 30, 2026, after 15 years in the role. [2] Clemson coach Dabo Swinney described the situation of former pros returning to college as 'embarrassing' and stated he is at a loss for words. [3] Eli Pancol was waived by the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, September 1, 2026, and cleared the NFL waiver wire on Monday. [4] The Indianapolis Colts found themselves very thin at a key position group following two recent roster moves. [5] The Indianapolis Colts traded for a new backup center on Sunday to help solve an offensive line problem. [6] Apple's stock price rose nearly 2,300% from about $13 to $317 (adjusted for splits) during Cook's tenure. [7] During Cook's tenure, Apple's annual net sales and net income roughly quadrupled to over $400 billion and $100 billion, respectively. [8] Tripp Mickle, author of 'After Steve', said Cook restructured Apple to be more democratic, expanded into China, grew services and wearables, and introduced Apple silicon, but that Apple's reputation for innovation took a hit with products like HomePod and Vision Pro. [9] GM Chris Ballard is tasked with constructing the Colts' practice squad and addressing the glaring need at tackle. [10]
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  1. Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard stated on September 1, 2026, that former NFL players returning to college for eligibility is the 'stupidest shit' he has ever heard. · CBS Sports
  2. Tim Cook's final day as Apple CEO was Monday, August 30, 2026, after 15 years in the role. · businessinsider.comUnited States
  3. Clemson coach Dabo Swinney described the situation of former pros returning to college as 'embarrassing' and stated he is at a loss for words. · CBS Sports
  4. Eli Pancol was waived by the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, September 1, 2026, and cleared the NFL waiver wire on Monday. · Yahoo! Sports
  5. The Indianapolis Colts found themselves very thin at a key position group following two recent roster moves. · Yahoo! Sports
  6. The Indianapolis Colts traded for a new backup center on Sunday to help solve an offensive line problem. · Yahoo! Sports
  7. Apple's stock price rose nearly 2,300% from about $13 to $317 (adjusted for splits) during Cook's tenure. · businessinsider.comUnited States
  8. During Cook's tenure, Apple's annual net sales and net income roughly quadrupled to over $400 billion and $100 billion, respectively. · businessinsider.comUnited States
  9. Tripp Mickle, author of 'After Steve', said Cook restructured Apple to be more democratic, expanded into China, grew services and wearables, and introduced Apple silicon, but that Apple's reputation for innovation took a hit with products like HomePod and Vision Pro. · businessinsider.comUnited States
  10. GM Chris Ballard is tasked with constructing the Colts' practice squad and addressing the glaring need at tackle. · Yahoo! Sports
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