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Sources: Colts willing to trade Taylor, active in talks with multiple teams
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In Short: ESPN and NBC Sports both reported that multiple teams have shown interest in Taylor, including the Denver Broncos, Green Bay Packers, Minnesota Vikings, New York Giants, and Seattle Seahawks.
According to a joint report from ESPN’s Adam Schefter and NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, the Colts have shifted from reluctance to actively seeking trades for their star running back, Jonathan Taylor. Bolavip US reported that the Colts are now open to trading Taylor as part of a larger rebuild, while Elite Sports NY noted that the team would prefer to keep Taylor but could secure a strong return for him.
ESPN and NBC Sports both reported that multiple teams have shown interest in Taylor, including the Denver Broncos, Green Bay Packers, Minnesota Vikings, New York Giants, and Seattle Seahawks. However, ESPN specifically mentioned that the Colts have already received at least one offer that includes a second-round draft pick and additional compensation, which they immediately rejected.
Bolavip US and Elite Sports NY both highlighted that Taylor is under contract through 2028 with manageable base rates, but the Colts are willing to part ways with him to stockpile future draft capital. ESPN and NBC Sports noted that the Colts would prefer to keep Taylor but recognize the potential value in trading him.
The Colts are seeking a premium haul in exchange for Taylor, with ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reporting that there has been heavy interest in the star running back. However, Bleacher Report noted that opposing clubs aren't totally sold on the likelihood of Taylor being moved.
Despite the reported interest from multiple teams, Taylor himself has not requested a trade and acknowledged he doesn't have full control over his future. Taylor expressed a desire to stay with the Colts, but the team's rebuilding efforts may dictate otherwise.
The Colts' decision to trade Taylor comes after they sent eight-time Pro Bowl guard Quenton Nelson to the Seattle Seahawks and defensive tackle DeForest Buckner to the San Francisco 49ers, signaling a complete organizational teardown. Bolavip US and Elite Sports NY both emphasized that the Colts are now officially open for business and could potentially finalize a deal before the November 10 trade deadline.
While the specifics of the trade offers and the Colts' preferences vary slightly between reports, all outlets agree that the Colts are now actively considering trading Jonathan Taylor as part of their broader rebuild strategy.
What this adds
The Colts' willingness to trade Taylor marks a significant shift in their approach, moving from a reluctance to actively seeking offers for their star player.
What's confirmed
- The Colts are “open to trading” star rusher Jonathan Taylor as part of their ongoing fire sale, according to ESPN.
- The list of teams that have expressed at least some level of interest in trading for Taylor is thought to include the Denver Broncos, Green Bay Packers, Minnesota Vikings, New York Giants and Seattle Seahawks, sources said.
- The Indianapolis Colts are open to trading Jonathan Taylor, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport and ESPN's Adam Schefter reported, adding that multiple teams have reached out to Indy and discussions are active and ongoing.
What's still developing
- Among the top franchises monitoring developments: With Indianapolis officially open for business and Taylor’s camp awaiting a resolution, a blockbuster deal could materialize prior to Sunday’s kickoff.
- The Indianapolis Colts’ mid-season transformation has officially shifted into an all-out, franchise-wide rebuild.
- Taylor has two more years left on his current contract.
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