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Underdog Fantasy Football Show fantasy football takes on Jonathan Taylor
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All Underdog Fantasy Football Show insights about Jonathan Taylor
PositiveProjectionAug 19, 2026
Ranked 9th overall in full PPR; Saquon Barkley has him flipped with CeeDee Lamb in half PPR but prefers current full PPR ranking; new offensive coordinator may increase passing work and goal-line reps; both Colts and Eagles use tush push, creating potential upside.PositiveProjectionAug 17, 2026
Jonathan Taylor has been moved up to the RB5 spot, ahead of Christian McCaffrey, due to his consistent fantasy production and the uncertainty surrounding McCaffrey's health. Taylor averaged over 30 half-PPR points in games the Colts won last season.NegativeProjectionJul 29, 2026
Jonathan Taylor's production heavily dependent on game script and Colts' win total. When Colts in negative game script, Taylor not as involved as other top backs. Colts currently favored for only six games heading into season versus eight wins last year. If Colts win only six games, Taylor season could be viewed as disappointment despite strong efficiency. Biggest gap between wins and losses in fantasy scoring among top backs. Last month of season showed RB7 in expected points with poor efficiency.PositiveProjectionJul 29, 2026
Jonathan Taylor ranked seventh overall. RB3 overall usage over past three seasons under Shane Steichen with some low-end RB1 moments and elite RB1 moments. First 13 weeks when Daniel Jones was healthy, Taylor was RB1 overall on RB2 usage in half-PPR. In Colts' eight wins last season, averaged over 30 half-PPR points per game. Led league with 6 yards per carry and 47-48% success rate in opening 10 games before Jones injury. Owns 84% of Colts backfield touches; only addition was seventh-round rookie. Entire focal point of offense with Alec Pierce injured, Josh Jones uncertain, no Michael Pittman. Strong offensive line. Nearly 100 rushing yards per game average.PositiveRoleJul 28, 2026
Jonathan Taylor is the eighth overall pick on Yahoo and benefits from Shane Steichen's play-calling, which ranks among the top designers of the run game with strong 10+ yard design run rates. Steichen's proven track record with run game design supports Taylor's draft positioning.PositiveValueJul 28, 2026
Jonathan Taylor is the eighth overall pick on Yahoo and benefits from Shane Steichen's play-calling, which ranks in the top tier for 10-plus yard design run rates. Steichen's offensive scheme is designed to generate explosive plays in the run game, positioning Taylor as a high-value target in early rounds.