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NegativeValueAug 2, 2026
Colts veteran RB Taylor is in line for a new deal concurrent with Jahmyr Gibbs and Bijan Robinson seeking record-setting contracts. The source notes the question is which back gets done first and who lands atop the market when all three deals are completed.NegativeRoleAug 1, 2026
Taylor is in the final year of his contract with the Colts at age 27. The situation is far less contentious than the last time he sought a new pact, which saw him conduct a hold-in until he got paid. When asked about his contract this summer, Taylor was cordial but made it known he'd like to continue getting paid in Indy. The source raises the question of whether the situation could turn sour again if no extension comes before camp, or if Taylor might ratchet things up. The source also notes that when Jones was out last season, defenses could sell out to stop JT, and it wasn't pretty. If Taylor is going to be asked to keep carrying a hefty load with little aid, he might want commensurate compensation into the future.PositiveProjectionAug 1, 2026
Coming off a 1,585-yard rushing season in which he led the NFL with 323 carries and 18 rushing touchdowns, Taylor ranks first all-time in franchise history in rushing scores (69) and second in rushing yards—1,629 yards from passing Edgerrin James. Since 2024, only Derrick Henry (32) and Saquon Barkley (29) have generated more rushing yards than Taylor, demonstrating elite sustained production at age 27.PositiveRoleAug 1, 2026
Taylor is the keystone of the Colts offense, particularly with Daniel Jones coming off injury. The RB has leverage to push for a new deal in a pivotal season for general manager Chris Ballard, as Indy can't afford to be without its playmaking back.