Ex-NFL Player Matt Ulrich Dead At 41, Colts Owner Jim Irsay Announces

Former NFL participant Matt Ulrich — who gained a Tremendous Bowl with the Indianapolis Colts in 2006 — has died, Jim Irsay introduced Wednesday. He was 41 years previous.

Particulars surrounding his demise haven’t been revealed right now.

Irsay shared his condolences on X simply minutes in the past … saying despite the fact that the offensive guard was with the workforce for a short while, his presence was felt all through the group.

“I am heartbroken to hear of the passing of Matt Ulrich,” Irsay mentioned in a heartfelt put up. “Matt was with us only two seasons, but left his mark on many.”

“Great guy, I hear he was a great dad—and he was a Super Bowl champ.  My prayers to his family. 🙏”

Ulrich was a star athlete at Streamwood Excessive Faculty in Illinois … receiving excessive honors in soccer and shot put earlier than attending Northwestern.

Ulrich — who went undrafted — joined Indy in 2005 … showing in 10 video games in his profession, successful all of it alongside Peyton Manning and Co. at Tremendous Bowl XLI.

He began a health firm in retirement … and likewise ventured into enterprise.