Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank reacted to the passing of Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay, who died in his sleep Wednesday at 65 years old.

The Indianapolis Colts and NFL community showed an outpouring of support in the wake of Colts owner Jim Irsay’s death Wednesday. In a statement, the Colts said Irsay died peacefully in his sleep. He was 65 years old.

The Indianapolis Motor Speedway announced Friday that Casey Irsay Foyt, the daughter of the late Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay, will serve as the honorary starter and wave the green flag for Sunday's 109th Indianapolis 500.