Jonathan Taylor gives positive update on Colts contract negotiations
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 1:19 AM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Jonathan Taylor attended the first day of Colts training camp on July 29, 2026, and provided a positive update regarding his contract negotiations. He expressed confidence in productive discussions with the team about a new contract as he enters the final year of his current deal. Taylor aims to remain with the Colts, emphasizing his preference to be with the organization for life. Currently under a three-year, $42 million contract, Taylor ranks among the highest-paid running backs in the NFL, and speculation suggests his next deal could align with or surpass recent extensions given to top players like Saquon Barkley and Christian McCaffrey.
- •Taylor reported to camp and is optimistic about contract talks.
- •He is entering the final year of a three-year, $42 million deal.
- •Taylor expressed a desire to remain with the Colts long-term.
- •He leads the NFL in rushing touchdowns and looks to extend his contract.
- •Recent contracts for top running backs may inform Taylor's extension.
- 1:19 AMYahoo Sports — Jonathan Taylor drops major hint about his next Colts contract
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Projecting Jonathan Taylor’s next contract
"Jonathan Taylor is back in contract talks with the Indianapolis Colts, but unlike the drama-filled negotiations in 2023, this time there’s optimism instead of tension. Fresh off an NFL-leading season, the star running back has made his feelings about staying in Indianapolis crystal clear.
"The Colts star back gave a positive update on his contract negotiations on Day 1 of camp. What kind of a payday could he be expecting soon?
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 31, 2026, 1:19 AMJonathan Taylor drops major hint about his next Colts contract
Jonathan Taylor is back in contract talks with the Indianapolis Colts, but unlike the drama-filled negotiations in 2023, this time there’s optimism instead of tension. Fresh off an NFL-leading season, the star running back has made his feelings about staying in Indianapolis crystal clear.
- Yahoo SportsJul 30, 2026, 11:00 AMProjecting Jonathan Taylor’s next contract
The Colts star back gave a positive update on his contract negotiations on Day 1 of camp. What kind of a payday could he be expecting soon?
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