Jonathan Taylor ranks among NFL's top explosive players in recent seasons
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 10:10 AM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor is highlighted as one of the most explosive players in the NFL, coming in fifth in explosive plays over the last five years with 181. Taylor had a standout 2025 season, leading the league in carries and touchdowns while becoming the Colts' all-time leader in rushing touchdowns. He has consistently demonstrated his playmaking ability since being drafted in 2020, including breaking franchise rushing records. Colts offensive coordinator Jim Bob Cooter emphasized Taylor's ability to create big plays by consistently moving the ball and evading tackles.
- •Taylor produced 181 explosive plays in the last five seasons.
- •He led the NFL in carries and rushing touchdowns in 2025.
- •Taylor holds the Colts' all-time rushing touchdown record with 69.
- •He forced 67 missed tackles during the 2025 season, ranking third at his position.
- •Taylor recorded 1,585 rushing yards in 2025, fourth-most in franchise history.
- 10:10 AMYahoo Sports — Colts' Jonathan Taylor Has Been One of NFL's Most Explosive Players
"Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor has produced among the most explosive plays in the NFL over the last five seasons.
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