Two cornerstones are already gone, and the Colts’ reported price for Jonathan Taylor suggests they won’t part with a third cheaply. The Indianapolis Colts are believed to want a first-round pick for the star running back, per Tony Pauline. Pauline noted, however, that Taylor’s worth lines up more with the 2022 Christian McCaffrey deal.
ESPN’s Jordan Raanan set the bar lower, reporting that a second-round pick and “possibly more” would be needed to land Taylor. Adam Schefter of ESPN questioned whether Indianapolis wants to move him at all. Speaking on the “Pat McAfee Show,” Schefter said the Colts would rather deal other players first.
Guard Quenton Nelson went to the Seattle Seahawks and defensive tackle DeForest Buckner to the San Francisco 49ers. Indianapolis sits 2-5 and fired general manager Chris Ballard on Oct. 19. Head coach Shane Steichen’s job is reportedly in danger.
Taylor, 27, has kept producing. The three-time Pro Bowler’s eight rushing touchdowns are tied for the NFL lead, and his 587 rushing yards rank fifth. He also has 17 catches for 178 yards.
He signed an extension in August that keeps him under contract through 2028. He said he hasn’t requested a trade. Back in 2023, Taylor asked for a trade during a lengthy contract dispute with Indianapolis, so the process isn’t new to him.
You may get to stay somewhere forever, but you understand the business side of it.” NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport and Schefter listed the Green Bay Packers, Seahawks, Minnesota Vikings and Denver Broncos among teams expected to consider a pursuit. The Athletic’s Jonathan Jones added the New York Giants. Next up for Taylor is a road game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, with the Nov. 10 deadline close behind.
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