Giants consider Jonathan Taylor trade as NFL deadline approaches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 3:24 AM
Last updated Nov 9, 2026
As the NFL trade deadline approaches, discussions around the New York Giants potentially trading for Jonathan Taylor have intensified. After struggling with their rushing attack, the Giants' running backs managed just eight carries for eight yards in their recent game. Analyst Greg Olsen suggested that while Taylor could be beneficial, the Giants must evaluate if a trade is worth the steep price sought by the Colts. With the Giants sitting at 5-2-1 and facing stronger opponents ahead, their decision on a potential acquisition could significantly impact their playoff hopes.
- •Giants running backs rushed for only eight yards in their last game.
- •Jonathan Taylor is reportedly a trade target for the Giants.
- •The Colts are seeking a high draft pick for Taylor, similar to Christian McCaffrey's trade.
- •The Giants have a 65% chance of making the playoffs, facing stronger opponents soon.
- •Kirk Cousins' future is also under discussion as the trade deadline nears.
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"Taylor may help, albeit without seeming necessary, for the Giants to win the NFC East. Meanwhile, a league source thought a third-round pick would compel the Raiders to send Cousins to Minnesota.
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