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NegativeDepth ChartNov 6, 2026
The source believes Jonathan Taylor will be traded before the NFL Trade Deadline. The Colts have signaled they're looking to the future and have already received an offer for Taylor, though it remains unclear what assets they're seeking in return. Taylor is under contract for two more seasons, giving the Colts the option to stand pat.PositiveProjectionNov 5, 2026
Matthew Berry ranks Jonathan Taylor as RB9 for Week 9 vs. DAL. The source projects this will be 'yet another big week' for Taylor and suggests he could record his fourth 2-TD game of the season, indicating strong upside against Dallas.NegativeDepth ChartNov 4, 2026
The source flags Jonathan Taylor as a potential trade candidate, noting that he might head to a team with a successful offense. This trade rumor is presented as a reason to monitor the backfield situation and potentially buy Taylor or his backups at a discount if a move materializes.NegativeProjectionNov 4, 2026
The source humorously references Jonathan Taylor's potential trade destination, suggesting ongoing speculation about his roster situation.NegativeProjectionNov 3, 2026
Even when playing in an offense that resides in the bottom 2 in EPA per play, Jonathan Taylor has still been able to thrive, entering Week 9 ranked 6th in half-PPR scoring; while the opportunity is there, it's tough to envision Taylor sustaining his high level of play, so temper expectations while placing a small bid, but that could become a bargain if he gets traded to a better offensive environment.NegativeDepth ChartNov 3, 2026
Jonathan Taylor remains the lead back in Indianapolis but faces potential trade deadline activity; with the Nov. 10 trade deadline looming, backup depth behind Taylor is becoming increasingly relevant, with both Seth McGowan and DJ Giddens splitting carries in Week 8.NegativeRoleNov 3, 2026
The Broncos are reportedly pursuing Jonathan Taylor via trade. If Taylor heads to the Mile High City, Jonah Coleman's fantasy value would plummet to handcuff status, eliminating his current mid-to-high RB2 projection.NegativeUsageNov 1, 2026
Taylor played a season-low 69% of snaps last week with Seth McGowan mixing in; the source is worried about his upside given the trade of future Hall of Fame guard Quenton Nelson to Seattle, which significantly impacts the running game.NegativeProjectionNov 1, 2026
Shane Steichen said Taylor will play his normal workload, but the source is cautiously starting him as RB12 due to trade rumors; Jeremy Fowler reported the Colts are interested in moving him, creating uncertainty around his role and upside.NegativeRoleNov 1, 2026
Shane Steichen said Jonathan Taylor will play his normal workload despite trade rumors. However, Jeremy Fowler reported this morning that the Colts are now interested in moving him, creating uncertainty. The source ranks him RB12 and is cautiously starting him, noting it's possible they hold him out as trade rumors intensify.NegativeRoleNov 1, 2026
Jonathan Taylor may be traded to the Broncos, which could disrupt the Jonah Coleman breakout narrative. The source raises this as a potential concern for Coleman's fantasy outlook.NegativeProjectionNov 1, 2026
Jonathan Taylor is ranked 29th in Matthew Berry's Week 8 rankings.PositiveProjectionNov 1, 2026
Matthew Berry ranks Jonathan Taylor as the No. 28 flex player in Week 8.NegativeProjectionOct 30, 2026
Alex Cupps ranks Jonathan Taylor RB15 in Week 8, -6 spots below Fantasy Life consensus (RB9), marking the first time this season or last that Taylor has fallen outside Cupps' top 12 RB rankings. The projection data is the lowest Cupps can remember: Fantasy Life's DvP-adjusted projections 11.9 points (RB18), prediction markets 14.2 points (RB14), and Vegas base projection 8.8 points (RB13). Cupps questions why the market is so low on Taylor all of a sudden, speculating about larger forces at work with the trade deadline looming and potential Colts workload limitations. While acknowledging Taylor's talent and the difficulty of benching him, Cupps warns: 'I would not be surprised to see some funny business happening here in Week 8.'NegativeDepth ChartOct 30, 2026
The Colts appear to be in the midst of a soft reset, making veteran RB Jonathan Taylor a prime trade-deadline candidate; he could provide a massive boost to a team looking to solidify its rushing attack as the season approaches the second half and playoffs; the Minnesota Vikings are mentioned as a team that immediately jumps to mind as a potential suitor.PositiveProjectionOct 30, 2026
Jonathan Taylor is currently fantasy's RB5, averaging 19.6 points/game on an elite 81% backfield opportunity share with 8 TDs; despite the Colts' fire sale and front office uncertainty, the source states 'we're stuck starting him no matter what' and notes that Indy's front office declared Taylor won't be moved before the deadline, though the source is skeptical of that commitment.NegativeRoleOct 29, 2026
Taylor faces elevated variance in Week 8 against the Jaguars. The Colts have basically zero incentive to over-work Taylor with the trade deadline looming and should continue to get a long look at Seth McGowan. While JT managers have no choice but to start him, there is significantly more variance here than normal for a top-5 back.NegativeProjectionOct 29, 2026
Jonathan Taylor's Week 8 projection shows 12.9 PPG, down from his current 18.4 PPG utilization, indicating a potential decline in production or usage heading into the week for the Indianapolis RB.NegativeMatchupOct 28, 2026
Taylor is being downgraded for Week 8 despite solid season numbers (18.4 fantasy points per game, 765 yards, 8 TDs on 140 carries, 26 targets, 90 Utilization Score) due to boom/bust production (five games of 18.0+ fantasy points, two under 10.0). The Jaguars are the No. 1 reverse flow chart defense for RBs, allowing fewest fantasy points (14.7). The matchup is unfavorable: Jaguars are home off the bye with the league's No. 1 HFA over five years (+8.22), Colts are +7.5 road underdogs on their fifth game in seven weeks, and Taylor had only average production in two games last year against Jacksonville (13.7 fantasy points per game, 158 yards, 2 TDs on 42 carries, 6 targets).NegativeRoleOct 28, 2026
Jonathan Taylor could be on the move during the upcoming trade deadline as the Colts look to blow up their roster, though he remains the only reliable fantasy option in the Colts offense.NegativeRoleOct 28, 2026
Taylor was still the lead back in Indianapolis in Week 7, logging 69% of snaps and 56% of rush attempts, but both rates are well below his season averages of 80% and 74%, respectively. This usage dip occurred amid heavy trade speculation surrounding Taylor, with the Colts at 2-5 and no first-round picks until 2028. The source finds the dip in Taylor's usage highly interesting and not coincidental given the current trade talks.NegativeMatchupOct 27, 2026
Taylor and the Colts' rushing attack face Jacksonville's elite run defense in Week 8. Jacksonville ranks fourth in rushing success rate allowed and is favored by 7.5 points at home, which should allow the Jaguars to control the clock and limit Indy's offensive opportunities. The source notes that limiting Taylor is part of the exact recipe needed against the Colts' offense.NegativeRoleOct 27, 2026
Trade rumors are heating up with the Colts 2-5 and reportedly open to moving anyone before the November 10 deadline. Taylor, still under contract through 2028 after signing a two-year, $44 million extension, is drawing interest from teams like the Packers, Seahawks, Broncos, and Vikings. The source notes skepticism about Taylor actually getting moved due to likely high asking price, but the uncertainty creates handcuff value for Seth McGowan.NegativeMatchupOct 27, 2026
Taylor is currently the RB5 thanks to averaging 20 attempts per game and a league-leading eight rushing scores. The source notes Taylor is the Colts' most relevant trade chip from a fantasy perspective, with his contract worth shedding to a contender as the team faces a lost season with no first-round pick in the 2027 draft.PositiveProjectionOct 25, 2026
Matthew Berry ranks Jonathan Taylor as the 28th-ranked player in his Week 7 rankings.NegativeMatchupOct 22, 2026
Jonathan Taylor faces the Vikings, the NFL's top-ranked defense, on the road in Week 7. The source notes the Colts offense is in poor shape and this matchup is not the spot to turn things around; while Taylor must be started in guillotine leagues, he is expected to underperform and "sink you" in this difficult spot.NegativeMatchupOct 22, 2026
Taylor faces the Vikings, the NFL's top defense, in a road game; the source notes the Colts offense is in rough shape and this matchup isn't the spot to turn things around. While Taylor must be started, he's also going to sink managers.PositiveProjectionOct 22, 2026
The one and only reliable fantasy asset on the Colts, averaging just under 20 points/game on crazy usage (90 UR; 85.1% backfield opportunities, 22.8 touches/game). An obvious must-start in any situation, even if the front office decides to strip it all down after firing the GM.NegativeProjectionOct 21, 2026
Matthew Freedman is downgrading Jonathan Taylor in his Week 7 RB rankings due to unfavorable betting factors, situational spots, and/or disadvantageous defensive matchups; Taylor's projection drops from 18.5 PPG utilization to 14.1 projected PPG.NegativeProjectionOct 21, 2026
Taylor is ranked No. 7 among running backs in Week 7 rankings.PositiveProjectionOct 18, 2026
Matthew Berry ranks Jonathan Taylor as the No. 5 flex play for Week 6 in his top-75 rankings.NegativeUsageOct 17, 2026
Taylor has rushed for fewer yards than Aaron Jones through five weeks, underperforming relative to draft expectations and elite RB status.NegativeProjectionOct 15, 2026
Jonathan Taylor is listed with a utilization PPG of 18.2 and a projection of 18.1 PPG for Week 6. No additional context or analysis is provided in the article.PositiveMatchupOct 14, 2026
Taylor is a home favorite against the Titans and is one of the league's most used RBs (82% snap rate, 78% rush share, 85% goal-line rush share, 59% route rate, 90 Utilization Score). The Colts are -6.5 favorites. The Titans just allowed the 0-4 Texans to put up 26 points. Home-field advantage for the Colts is softened because the Titans play in division on a similar turf surface. Freedman expects a bounceback after Taylor's forgettable performance last week (9.7 fantasy points, 82 yards, 0 TDs on 15 carries, 4 targets), with a vintage 100-yard, 2-TD game feeling at hand.PositiveValueOct 13, 2026
Like Walker, Taylor has been the engine driving the Indianapolis Colts offense and has leaped to sixth at the RB position; with the Colts leading the league in rush EPA per play and no signs of slowing down, aggressive bidding is warranted.NegativeMatchupOct 13, 2026
Taylor's role didn't change in Week 5 (51 snaps, 74% in a game where the Colts trailed most of the time). He faces the Titans in Week 6, an opponent he has scored 30+ PPR points against in each of their last three meetings. His floor feels lower this season than when Daniel Jones was healthy and mobile before his injury last season; he still profiles as a mid-range RB1. Recommended bid: 27.5% FAAB (average).NegativeProjectionOct 8, 2026
Jonathan Taylor is projected for 15.8 PPG in Week 5 against Pittsburgh, with current PPG at 20.3, indicating a slight decline in expected production.NegativeProjectionOct 7, 2026
Ranked No. 2 in Matthew Freedman's Week 5 RB rankings.PositiveProjectionOct 6, 2026
Jonathan Taylor has scored six touchdowns thus far this season, demonstrating strong touchdown production. Seth McGowan serves as his handcuff.NegativeProjectionOct 1, 2026
Jonathan Taylor shows a projection of 17.5 PPG against Washington in Week 4, down from his current utilization average of 19.7 PPG, indicating a slight matchup-based decline in expected fantasy output.NegativeProjectionSep 30, 2026
Jonathan Taylor is mentioned in Week 4 RB rankings with a 19.7 PPG utilization average and 17.5 PPG projection.NegativeProjectionSep 30, 2026
Taylor is ranked No. 8 in the Week 4 running back rankings.PositiveValueSep 29, 2026
The source lists Taylor among players to bid on in Week 4 Guillotine Leagues, indicating he is a recommended waiver wire target.PositiveProjectionSep 24, 2026
Taylor has posted at least 22.1 half-PPR points in his second straight game, putting him at RB3 for the season through two weeks. This consistent high-end production establishes him as a top-tier running back.NegativeMatchupSep 24, 2026
Taylor faces the Texans, a run defense that has surrendered just 7.5 fantasy points per game to opposing RBs through two weeks—the toughest matchup on the Week 3 slate. While Taylor has 10 touchdowns in 10 career games against Houston, he scored zero in his last two meetings with the Texans. The Texans have faced quality competition (James Cook, Chase Brown) and held firm. The source calls this one of the scarier matchups on the Week 3 slate, despite Taylor's historical success.PositiveProjectionSep 24, 2026
Taylor is on a 34 TD pace and is the bright spot in the Colts offense. The source ranks him as RB6 for Week 3 and notes he's a beast who should get into the paint against Houston's weak run defense, which has allowed an unreal +512 yards/game.NegativeProjectionSep 23, 2026
Jonathan Taylor is being downgraded in Week 3 rankings due to unfavorable betting factors, situational spots, and/or disadvantageous defensive matchups; his projection drops from 25.4 PPG utilization to 17.6 PPG projected.PositiveProjectionSep 21, 2026
Jonathan Taylor delivered a strong Week 2 performance that 'lifted teams.' The source notes he 'performed for the other Taylor,' suggesting his production was significant enough to help fantasy managers overcome other roster challenges or disappointments.NegativeProjectionSep 16, 2026
Taylor is ranked No. 5 in the source's Week 2 RB rankings.NegativeUsageSep 8, 2026
Jonathan Taylor handled 21 touches in Week 1 of 2025, one more than Dylan Sampson against the Bengals; used as a reference point for elite Week 1 workload.NegativeValueSep 7, 2026
Jonathan Taylor is referenced as a high-value player in dynasty trade discussions; the source humorously notes receiving a terrible trade offer of Ameer Abdullah for Jonathan Taylor straight up, implying Taylor's significant trade value premium over Abdullah.PositiveProjectionSep 5, 2026
Jonathan Taylor ranks as Matthew Berry's RB4 in half-PPR rankings for 2026, positioned at No. 8 overall.NegativeValueSep 3, 2026
McFarland prefers Amon-Ra St. Brown over Jonathan Taylor in the middle of Round 1 in PPR setups; however, McFarland is willing to take Taylor when he slides to the end of Round 1 as ADP value.PositiveValueSep 3, 2026
Taylor fell to the final pick of Round 1 in this half-PPR mock draft despite a monster 2025 campaign; the source highlights his overlooked career-best 55 targets and 85% two-minute snap share (highest of his career, 7th in football) as evidence of a huge jump in passing-down playing time that justifies his value at this ADP.NegativeValueAug 28, 2026
Jonathan Taylor was passed over in Round 1 in favor of Kenneth Walker, indicating a significant shift in draft preference and Walker's elevated stock relative to Taylor in the 2026 draft class.PositiveValueAug 27, 2026
Taylor benefits more than any player from Fleaflicker's scoring system, which removes the PPR penalty for non-receiving backs. He led the league in carries and rushing yards last season and had the most games with 150+ yards (worth 1 extra fantasy point in this format). While he was RB1 in standard scoring last year, he's not going near the first pick in most drafts. On Fleaflicker, he's in the same conversation as Bijan Robinson and Jahmyr Gibbs, making him a strong value pick.PositiveProjectionAug 26, 2026
Taylor is a solid, safe pick at the end of Round 1 heading into his seventh season; he scored the second-most PPR points in a season and the most since 2021 in 2025, racking up nearly 1,600 rushing yards and 18 TDs on the ground, though he doesn't offer as much in the passing game as some counterparts.NegativeDepth ChartAug 21, 2026
Indianapolis Colts running back ranked 11th overall in 2026 fantasy football; has bye week 13.NegativeProjectionAug 21, 2026
Jonathan Taylor is listed with a projected PPG of 19.7 and projected total of 281.4 points, indicating his expected fantasy output for the season.PositiveValueAug 21, 2026
Jonathan Taylor is identified as the top pick available at the 1.12 slot according to the Draft Assistant and the source's rankers; he represents the best RB option at that position given the simulation results showing RB-RB or WR-RB combinations as optimal in full-PPR formats.NegativeValueAug 20, 2026
Jonathan Taylor was selected 1.08 in the mock draft using Matthew Berry's 2026 rankings on Yahoo fantasy football, reflecting his elite running back status.PositiveUsageAug 13, 2026
Last year, Jonathan Taylor ranked in the top six running backs in yards after contact per rush, indicating elite rushing efficiency.PositiveProjectionAug 12, 2026
Taylor should get about as many touches as he can physically handle with legitimate overall RB1 upside; his ceiling is through the roof. Despite some concerns about the Colts offense, in a Guillotine League format where one bad week sends you home, Taylor's high volume makes him a foundational pick because the drafter wants as many touches as possible from core players.PositiveValueAug 9, 2026
At 1.11 in a 14-team, half-PPR mock, Justin Carlucci selected Taylor as his RB1, emphasizing that volume is never a question with Taylor and that in a 14-team format where 28 running backs fill starting lineups before FLEX spots, a dependable, high-ceiling bell cow carries more weight than in shallow leagues. Taylor's role as a workhorse back makes him a premium target in deep formats.PositiveProjectionAug 5, 2026
Jonathan Taylor is featured in a draft strategy article focused on anchoring a draft around an RB1 from the 1.07 pick position, suggesting he is a key target for early-round running back investment in 2026 drafts.PositiveValueAug 5, 2026
Jonathan Taylor anchors the 1.07 pick as the foundational running back for championship-caliber roster construction; the source built two separate draft strategies around securing Taylor early, demonstrating confidence in his value and role as a lead back capable of supporting a playoff run.PositiveProjectionAug 5, 2026
Jonathan Taylor's fantasy value hinges on Daniel Jones' health; when Jones was healthy (Weeks 1-10), Taylor posted a 71.3% rushing rate, 52.9% success rate, and 5.08 adjusted yards after contact per attempt, scoring more than one touchdown in five of those weeks. After Jones' injury (Weeks 11-17), Taylor's rushing rate jumped to 87.6% but success rate collapsed to 41.7% and yards after contact fell to 2.49, demonstrating that offensive efficiency—not just volume—drives RB scoring. The source notes positive reports from Colts training camp suggest Jones is healthy heading into 2026, positioning Taylor's control over the backfield in an efficient offense as the right mix of talent and situation at the 1.07.PositiveProjectionAug 3, 2026
Jorge Martin made a pivotal trade of rookie Jonathan Taylor for Travis Kelce in 2021, which boosted his team to the fantasy championship game, illustrating the value of elite TE production.PositiveValueAug 2, 2026
Taylor just misses the top-tier running back tier due to not having the same receiving upside as the elite backs, but he set career highs in 2025 with 54 targets, 46 receptions, and 378 receiving yards. He's an absolute monster running between the tackles with super-high touchdown equity. The source uses him as an example of a player who just misses the top-9 cut but offers strong value in the first round.PositiveProjectionAug 1, 2026
Landed among the top five non-QB fantasy scorers last season in full-PPR, demonstrating sustained elite production as a dual-threat running back in the modern NFL environment.NegativeProjectionAug 1, 2026
Jonathan Taylor may be able to recapture his early-season magic of multi-TD games with Daniel Jones cleared for camp; he is available later in the draft from the 1.06 slot as a potential value play.NegativeProjectionAug 1, 2026
Jonathan Taylor is considered as a potential option from the 1.06 slot, with hopes he can recapture his early-season magic of multi-TD games with Daniel Jones cleared for camp, though this represents a speculative bet rather than a strong projection.PositiveProjectionAug 1, 2026
Landed among the top five non-QB fantasy scorers last season in full-PPR leagues, demonstrating the elite running back resurgence and the value of high-volume runners with red-zone access.NegativeValueJul 31, 2026
Taylor is left on the board in Round 1 when Matthew Berry selects James Cook at pick 1.10, indicating Matthew Berry's preference for Cook over Taylor at that draft position.NegativeBustJul 30, 2026
Freedman is fading Jonathan Taylor in Round 1 in favor of Derrick Henry in Round 2, framing it as arbitrage. While Taylor was great last year (1,963 yards, 20 TDs from scrimmage) and has been an elite per-game producer since his 2021 All-Pro campaign (110.1 yards, 0.93 TDs per game), he has missed 16 games over the past half-decade, creating real durability concerns. Henry, by contrast, is old at 32 but has missed just one game over the past four seasons and has nearly matched Taylor as a per-game scrimmage producer since joining the Ravens two years ago (Henry: 113.5 yards, 1.0 TDs; Taylor: 117.7 yards, 1.07 TDs). Given their per-game similarity and Henry's durability, Freedman increasingly bypasses Taylor in favor of Henry later.PositiveUsageJul 25, 2026
Taylor logged 82% of snaps (2nd in NFL) in 2025, but the significant story is his career-best 55 targets and massive jump in passing-down usage. His 85% two-minute snap share was the highest rate of his career and ranked 7th in football, a dramatic increase from 59% in 2024 and 56% in 2023. His long-down-and-distance snap rate jumped to 76% (10th) in 2025 from 53% (28th) in 2024. The Colts kept their best player on the field consistently, giving Taylor a higher floor/ceiling combination. With 323 carries, nearly 1,600 rushing yards, 20 total touchdowns, and 55 receptions, Taylor dominated. Given the lack of reliable depth chart options behind him (DJ Giddens, Seth McGowan, Ulysses Bentley IV), Taylor should remain a workhorse in 2026, especially if he receives a contract extension.NegativeUsageJul 24, 2026
Taylor is cited as the only RB with more carries (323) than Christian McCaffrey in 2025, illustrating McCaffrey's elite rushing volume relative to the position.PositiveMatchupJul 23, 2026
Jonathan Taylor provides an attractive bring-back option for the Week 16 Bengals-Colts matchup (projected total 52.5 points), allowing exposure to one of the highest-scoring playoff games without requiring premium draft capital.NegativeInjuryJul 23, 2026
Taylor has missed 16 games over the past four years with the Colts, establishing a concerning injury history that creates opportunity for backup DJ Giddens to receive playing time in 2026.PositiveProjectionJul 22, 2026
Taylor is slated for 1,714 scrimmage yards and 14.5 total TDs in Fantasy Life's projections; he had an 80% rush attempt share and ran a route 68% of the time, making him an every-down back that Jorge Martin wanted as his lead back in an RB-RB draft strategy.