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Giants Eye Jonathan Taylor Amid Trade Deadline Buzz

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In Short: The New York Giants are making waves in the NFL trade market as they eye Indianapolis Colts star running back Jonathan Taylor ahead of the November 7 trade deadline.

The New York Giants are making waves in the NFL trade market as they eye Indianapolis Colts star running back Jonathan Taylor ahead of the November 7 trade deadline. According to longtime NFL and Giants insider Gary Myers, Colts principal owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon is leaning against trading Taylor, citing his contract extension as a central hurdle.

Taylor's performance has been under scrutiny recently, with the Colts losing to the Minnesota Vikings in a game where Taylor managed only 23 rushing yards, his lowest total in a game since his rookie season. Taylor acknowledged the speculation about his future with the Colts but emphasized his focus on his preparation and execution during games.

Despite the Colts' reluctance, the Giants are seen as the only serious suitor for Taylor, according to Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated. The Giants' offer, while not meeting the Colts' asking price, is reportedly the best on the table, making them the favorites if the Colts decide to move Taylor.

The Colts' decision to trade Taylor could be influenced by the team's recent performance and the need to stabilize their roster. With the team struggling, the Colts may be more open to trade discussions, especially if they believe Taylor's value is at its peak.

Taylor's agent, Henry, has publicly stated that he has not mentioned going anywhere else, which could complicate any potential trade. However, Taylor's performance and the Colts' recent losses could still push the team towards a trade.

The Giants are not the only team interested in bolstering their offense. The Minnesota Vikings, currently undefeated, have also been linked to Taylor, but financial constraints have reportedly made them less likely to pursue him.

As the trade deadline approaches, the NFL trade market is expected to be active, with several blockbuster deals already taking place. The Giants' pursuit of Taylor could be one of the most significant moves, potentially reshaping the league's offensive landscape.

Background

What's confirmed

• The New York Giants are making waves in the NFL trade market as they eye Indianapolis Colts star running back Jonathan Taylor ahead of the November 7 trade deadline. According to longtime NFL and Giants insider Gary Myers, Colts principal owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon is leaning against trading Taylor, citing his contract extension as a central hurdle.
• Taylor's performance has been under scrutiny recently, with the Colts losing to the Minnesota Vikings in a game where Taylor managed only 23 rushing yards, his lowest total in a game since his rookie season. Taylor acknowledged the speculation about his future with the Colts but emphasized his focus on his preparation and execution during games.
• Despite the Colts' reluctance, the Giants are seen as the only serious suitor for Taylor, according to Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated. The Giants' offer, while not meeting the Colts' asking price, is reportedly the best on the table, making them the favorites if the Colts decide to move Taylor.
• The Colts' decision to trade Taylor could be influenced by the team's recent performance and the need to stabilize their roster. With the team struggling, the Colts may be more open to trade discussions, especially if they believe Taylor's value is at its peak.
• Taylor's agent, Henry, has publicly stated that he has not mentioned going anywhere else, which could complicate any potential trade. However, Taylor's performance and the Colts' recent losses could still push the team towards a trade.
• The Giants are not the only team interested in bolstering their offense. The Minnesota Vikings, currently undefeated, have also been linked to Taylor, but financial constraints have reportedly made them less likely to pursue him.
• As the trade deadline approaches, the NFL trade market is expected to be active, with several blockbuster deals already taking place. The Giants' pursuit of Taylor could be one of the most significant moves, potentially reshaping the league's offensive landscape.

What's still developing

• With Brissett coming in to try stabilizing things, the Ravens find themselves in a difficult spot ahead of the trade deadline.
• They finalized their trade with the Arizona Cardinals for the veteran quarterback on Friday.
• While speculation has run rampant that Taylor could be moved, a recent report suggests the Colts may ultimately pump the brakes.
• The Giants were also loosely linked to Baltimore Ravens powerhouse Derrick Henry, but Henry quickly tamped down those whispers with a firm message, as the Ravens are not having the best performance in the regular season.
• Phone lines are buzzing, and Week 7 revealed some more notable concerns for potential buyers.
• With big names such as Jonathan Taylor and Saquon Barkley being floated as potential trade targets this trade season, we play matchmaker for several top teams looking to patch up their rosters for the stretch run of the regular season and beyond.
• But now the end of October has arrived, and the trade deadline is two weeks away.
• "It's embarrassing. And that's on us. We gotta own it."
• "That's the performance we put out there," Taylor said.
• For Taylor, what's in his control is how works and prepares to execute each play call during a game.
• Instead, Jennings denied them and said, "I want to stay here in Minnesota."
• It would have been a fun trade-season story and perhaps a significant upgrade given San Francisco's injury issues at the position, but it doesn't sound like it'll happen.

Sources

• Bleacherreportlink
• Bolaviplink
• CBS Sportslink
• Coltslink
• Sportsnautlink
• Fox Newslink
• WarpBeat — background on Colts Said to Be 'More Likely Than Not' to Trade Jonathan Taylor link
• WarpBeat — background on Colts May Trade Jonathan Taylor Amid Fire Sale link
• 4 Verts | An NFL & College Football Show — video link