Polian began his career in the NFL in 1978, when he was hired by the Kansas City Chiefs as a scout. He then moved on to the Canadian Football League, where he served as the general manager of the Montreal Alouettes from 1981 to 1983. In 1984, he was hired by the Buffalo Bills as their general manager, and he quickly turned the team into a perennial playoff contender.
Polian then moved on to the Carolina Panthers in 1994, where he served as the team's first general manager. He was instrumental in the team's expansion draft and helped the Panthers reach the NFC Championship game in their second season.
In 1998, Polian was hired by the Indianapolis Colts as their president and general manager. He quickly built the team into a Super Bowl contender, and the Colts won the Super Bowl in 2006. Polian was named NFL Executive of the Year four times during his tenure with the Colts.
Polian retired from the NFL in 2009, but he remains a highly respected figure in the sport. He is a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, and he is widely credited with helping to revolutionize the way teams build their rosters. His impact on the game of football will be felt for years to come.
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