Colts' Taylor Draws Interest After Ballard Firing — SkimNews
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- Jonathan Taylor has drawn interest from multiple teams, although he called the idea of considering a trade “crazy” and said it would discredit his teammates and the organization.
- Indianapolis Colts have not determined whether they are ready to sell before the Nov. 10 deadline while sitting at 2-4 with Minnesota and Jacksonville, whose combined record is 9-2, next.
- Jonathan Taylor leads active players at 89.9 rushing yards per game and has 492 yards and seven touchdowns in six games; his 8,090 yards since entering the league rank second to Derrick Henry.
- Chris Ballard was dismissed Monday after Indianapolis gave up a 13-point lead to previously winless Tennessee, drawing boos and “Fire Ballard!” chants; he had drafted Taylor in 2020 and signed him to two extensions, most recently a three-year deal in August.
- DeForest Buckner declined to engage with trade speculation but said “We’ll see” if a deal materialized; he is scheduled to be a free agent after the season.
- Quenton Nelson is in the final year of his contract and reiterated his affinity for Indianapolis, a notably different public posture from Buckner’s openness to a possible trade.
Why it matters: Indianapolis has the league’s active rushing leader at 89.9 yards per game, but the Nov. 10 deadline arrives with the Colts at 2-4 and two opponents combining for 9-2. Taylor’s firm public stance and Buckner’s “we’ll see” distinguish player willingness from roster valuation during the GM transition.
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