Colts coach denies Jonathan Taylor has requested a trade
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 4:43 PM
Last updated Oct 28, 2026
On October 28, Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen addressed rumors regarding running back Jonathan Taylor. He firmly stated that Taylor has not requested a trade. The Colts, currently in rebuild mode after trading Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner, reportedly want to retain Taylor, viewing him as essential to their future. Discussions around Taylor's contract and potential trade are ongoing as the November 10 trade deadline approaches. The franchise must weigh the benefits of keeping Taylor versus trading him for draft capital.
- •Shane Steichen confirmed Jonathan Taylor has not requested a trade.
- •The Colts traded Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner earlier this week.
- •Taylor is seen as a key piece for the Colts' franchise turnaround.
- •The trade deadline is November 10, creating urgency for roster decisions.
- 4:43 PMYahoo Sports — Jonathan Taylor has not requested a trade from Colts, but wideout Josh Downs reportedly wants out
- 3:48 PMYahoo Sports — Steichen asked if Colts RB Jonathan Taylor has requested a trade
"On Wednesday, Colts' HC Shane Steichen was asked if RB Jonathan Taylor had requested a trade. Here's what he had to say.
"Jonathan Taylor could be moved, but he hasn't demanded to leave the Colts just yet.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 28, 2026, 4:43 PMJonathan Taylor has not requested a trade from Colts, but wideout Josh Downs reportedly wants out
Jonathan Taylor could be moved, but he hasn't demanded to leave the Colts just yet.
- Yahoo SportsOct 28, 2026, 3:48 PMSteichen asked if Colts RB Jonathan Taylor has requested a trade
On Wednesday, Colts' HC Shane Steichen was asked if RB Jonathan Taylor had requested a trade. Here's what he had to say.
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