Home / Sports / Colts Keep Taylor: Blockbuster Offer Needed for Trade
Colts Keep Taylor: Blockbuster Offer Needed for Trade
11 Nov
Summary
- Colts are not trading Jonathan Taylor despite a 2-7 season start.
- Multiple teams offered a second-round pick and more for Taylor.
- Taylor has a new contract extension kicking in next season.
The Indianapolis Colts have decided to retain star running back Jonathan Taylor, even as the team navigates a challenging 2-7 start to the 2026 season. Reports indicate that multiple teams submitted offers including a second-round pick and more for Taylor, but the Colts were seeking a significantly larger return before considering a trade.
Taylor recently agreed to a contract extension valued at up to $47 million, with $39 million guaranteed, set to commence next season and keep him with the team through 2028. This decision comes after the Colts fired general manager Chris Ballard mid-season and made other trades, signaling a period of significant organizational change as they aim to retool.
While Taylor's 2026 campaign has been slower than his previous Pro Bowl seasons, the Colts hope for his resurgence. They also aim to address their quarterback situation and rebuild around Taylor using future draft picks, especially after trading away their 2027 first-round selection. The team's future competitive outlook hinges on effectively retooling around their star running back and a new quarterback.
