Jonathan Taylor Uncertain About Colts Future After Giants Withdraw Interest
The running back acknowledged his status is undecided ahead of the Tuesday trade deadline following a 27-23 defeat to the Dallas Cowboys.
By Yasmin Farouk ·
The New York Giants withdrew their initial offer for Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor on Sunday, leaving the three-time Pro Bowler's status with his original team unresolved. Head coach John Harbaugh stated that things can change, but the move has intensified speculation ahead of the league's trade deadline.
Taylor has been with the Colts for his entire professional career since being drafted in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft. He signed a contract extension in August that runs through the 2028 season, making him a different asset than the offensive guard and defensive tackle the team recently moved.
The uncertainty surfaced after the Colts lost to the Dallas Cowboys 27-23 on Sunday. The team fell to a 2-7 record, marking their fifth consecutive defeat of the season. Taylor rushed for 46 yards on 13 carries and caught five passes for 18 yards in the loss.
A pivotal moment occurred in the fourth quarter when Cowboys defensive tackle Quinnen Williams forced a fumble from Taylor. The turnover happened with over nine minutes remaining while Indianapolis trailed 20-17, contributing to the final score.
Speaking via The Athletic, Taylor admitted he is not sure if Sunday was his final game with the franchise. He described Indianapolis as the place where he grew up and expressed gratitude for the city if his time there is ending. When asked if he requested a trade, Taylor replied that it really does not even matter.
The Colts have already made two major moves this season. They traded offensive guard Quenton Nelson to the Seattle Seahawks for a third-round pick in 2027 and a fifth-round pick in 2028. They also sent defensive tackle DeForest Buckner to the San Francisco 49ers in exchange for a 2027 fourth-round pick.
NFL insider Tom Pelissero reported that the Colts will not trade quarterback Daniel Jones. Taylor currently leads the team with 656 rushing yards and eight touchdowns on 161 carries. He has also accumulated 220 receiving yards on 26 catches. The trade deadline is set for 4 p.m. ET on Tuesday.
