Colts retain Jonathan Taylor, demand first-round pick for trade
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 10, 2026, 8:57 PM
Last updated Nov 10, 2026
The Indianapolis Colts have decided to keep running back Jonathan Taylor, rejecting multiple trade offers before the 2026 NFL trade deadline. Indianapolis reportedly sought at least a first-round pick, turning down proposals that included second-round picks and additional selections. The Colts aim to improve their trade value following previous deals that did not meet expectations. Having locked Taylor into a two-year extension worth $44 million, the franchise is positioned to keep him through the 2028 season or facilitate a trade in the future if necessary.
- •Colts keep Jonathan Taylor at the 2026 NFL trade deadline.
- •Indianapolis demanded a first-round pick for Taylor's trade.
- •Multiple offers, including second-round picks, were declined.
- •Taylor signed a two-year, $44 million extension before the season.
- •Colts traded away their first-round pick for Sauce Gardner in 2025.
- 9:02 PMYahoo Sports — Why didn't Colts trade Jonathan Taylor?
- 8:57 PMCBS NFL — Jonathan Taylor stays with Colts: Why Indianapolis demanded a first-round pick
"Indianapolis may be rebuilding, but Taylor's team-friendly contract and place among the NFL's most productive running backs gave the franchise little reason to accept a discounted offer
"Indianapolis is keeping its star running back after deadline buzz
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External links- Yahoo SportsNov 10, 2026, 9:02 PMWhy didn't Colts trade Jonathan Taylor?
Indianapolis is keeping its star running back after deadline buzz
- CBS NFLNov 10, 2026, 8:57 PMJonathan Taylor stays with Colts: Why Indianapolis demanded a first-round pick
Indianapolis may be rebuilding, but Taylor's team-friendly contract and place among the NFL's most productive running backs gave the franchise little reason to accept a discounted offer
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