The Indianapolis Colts might have a great deal of respect for Pro Bowl running back Jonathan Taylor, but even he’s on the trade block this fall.
Taylor has been outstanding for the Colts since being drafted in 2020, rushing for 8,185 yards and 77 touchdowns. In seven games this season, the Wisconsin product has 587 yards and eight touchdowns on 140 carries.
After the Colts traded All-Pro offensive lineman Quenton Nelson and Pro Bowl defensive lineman DeForest Buckner this week, Taylor’s future with the team came into question. It wasn’t until this Saturday, however, that ESPN reported that he’s available for the right price.
“Colts owner and CEO Carlie Irsay-Gordon and Taylor met this week and had what sources described as an in-depth conversation to discuss the future. Irsay-Gordon is said to have an affinity for the three-time Pro Bowler, and the Colts would prefer for Taylor to be a part of their rebuild,” Adam Schefter and Ian Rapoport wrote. “But the Colts also recognize the potential haul Taylor could bring in a trade.”
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The Minnesota Vikings and New York Giants seem to be the most obvious suitors for Taylor, especially since they have a huge need at running back.
With that being said, here are five suitors for Taylor:
- Broncos
- Giants
- Packers
- Seahawks
- Vikings
If these five teams are serious about acquiring Taylor, that’ll only help the Colts get their asking price.
What could the Colts get for JT?
A week ago, Rapoport said the Colts would love to acquire a first-round pick in any trade involving Taylor.
“You know the goal. They don’t have a No. 1 pick because of [the] Sauce [Gardner trade]. You know that’s what they’re going to try to get back,” Rapoport said. “If they have the kind of market that players never have during the season, maybe they can get it. Maybe they get a No. 1 pick and give something back.”
Interestingly enough, Schefter and Rapoport mentioned the Christian McCaffrey trade and how the Carolina Panthers didn’t receive a first-rounder in return. Instead, they received a 2023 second-round pick, 2023 third-round pick, 2023 fourth-round pick and 2024 fifth-round.
It wouldn’t shock us if the Colts receive a haul of Day 2 picks in exchange for Taylor.
