Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor was the 41st overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. He had a stellar college career at Wisconsin, amassing 926 rushing attempts for 6,174 yards and 50 touchdowns over three years. Taylor’s NFL rookie season was impressive, with 232 rushing attempts for 1,169 yards and 11 touchdowns in 2020. In his second year, he excelled further, leading the league with 332 rushing attempts for 1,811 yards and 18 touchdowns.
However, Taylor struggled with injuries last year, missing six games and dealing with multiple ankle issues. He finished the season with 192 rushing attempts for 861 yards and four touchdowns in 2022.
Will The Colts Trade Jonathan Taylor?
Jonathan Taylor has been a hot topic in NFL news recently, as he seeks a contract extension or a trade to a team willing to offer him a long-term deal. Despite owner Jim Irsay’s initial refusal to negotiate or consider a trade, the Colts have now granted Taylor permission to seek a trade.
Potential Teams for Jonathan Taylor
There is speculation that the Colts are allowing Taylor to explore trade options to potentially reduce his contract demands. Nevertheless, the team reportedly seeks a first-round pick or a comparable package of draft capital in exchange for Taylor. With the regular season starting in under three weeks, completing a trade may be challenging. The Miami Dolphins are considered a likely destination, especially after their third-round rookie De’Von Achane suffered a shoulder injury. Miami has a history of trading first-round picks, having done so for players like Jaylen Waddle, Tyreek Hill, and Bradley Chubb.
