The Colts announced today that they would not be re-signing WR Reggie Wayne, bringing his 14 years with the team to a close. Wayne is the franchise leader in regular-season games played, wins , ranks second in receptions , receiving yards , receiving touchdowns , 100-yard games  and consecutive games with a reception . He is 7th in NFL history in career receptions and eighth in receiving yards.

Colts owner Jim Irsay had nothing but positive things to say about Wayne. In a statement released this morning Irsay uttered those sentiments.

"Reggie is one of the greatest men to ever wear the horseshoe, and we have been blessed to watch him play for the past 14 years. When he first took the field with us in 2001, we knew this day would eventually arrive. That reality is one of the things that makes pro football such a tough business. We feel this decision is in the best interests of the team and for Reggie as it will allow him to seek a better opportunity for playing time elsewhere if he so chooses. Reggie is beloved by the Colts organization and our fans and he will always be a part of the Colts family. I look forward to the day in the near future when our great number 87 enters the Colts Ring of Honor and the Pro Football Hall of Fame."

Coach Chuck Pagano, who has a long term relationship with Wayne gave similar praises of six-time pro bowler :

"My relationship with Reggie goes back to my coaching days at the University of Miami. He is the epitome of what a coach looks for in a player. Hard work, dedication, and sacrifice are just a few ways I would describe him. He encompasses everything that is right about this game, on and off the field. I am so grateful I had the chance to coach Reggie again when I arrived in 2012. It was a blessing to see the impact that he made with this organization and Colts fans around the world. I wish him all the best in the future and thank him for representing the horseshoe in the most professional manner."

Wayne was selected by the Colts with the 30th pick in the 2001 NFL Draft and won a Super Bowl as a member of the 2006 Colts team.  While it is not clear what the future holds for the Wide Receiver, but comments over recent weeks have made it seem as if he will not play unless it is for the Colts. But who knows? Maybe a reunion with Peyton Manning may lead to a change of heart for Wayne.