Jonathan Taylor signs two-year, $44 million extension with Colts

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Jonathan Taylor signs two-year, $44 million extension with Colts
Summary

Jonathan Taylor and the Indianapolis Colts have finalized a two-year extension valued at $44 million, including $39 million guaranteed. This contract, which can reach $47 million with incentives, keeps Taylor with the team through the 2028 season. Taylor previously expressed a desire to remain with the Colts, participating fully in training camp after a contentious prior negotiation. He continues to be a pivotal part of the Colts' offense, especially with uncertainty at the quarterback position.

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  • Taylor's new deal averages $22 million per year.
  • He is a three-time Pro Bowler and led the NFL with 18 rushing touchdowns last season.
  • Taylor has been a leading rusher in four of his six seasons.
  • This extension follows the signing of Bijan Robinson of the Falcons.
  • Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs remains without a contract extension.
Latest Updates
  • 1:21 PMYahoo SportsColts' Jonathan Taylor gets historic $44 million contract update
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  • 1:01 PMCBS NFLColts signing Jonathan Taylor to two-year, $44 million extension as another NFL RB gets paid, per reports
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  • 12:20 PMYahoo SportsWhere Jonathan Taylor's extension with Colts ranks among running backs
  • 12:08 PMYahoo SportsColts and RB Jonathan Taylor agree to 'big-time' contract extension
What they're saying
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The Colts and Jonathan Taylor have agreed to terms on a two-year, $44 million extension, the star running back's agent told ESPN's Adam Schefter and NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.

ESPNby Stephen Holder
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The Indianapolis Colts have signed running back Jonathan Taylor to a contract extension. A few fans wonder if that isn't throwing good money after bad.

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The Colts franchise that let Edgerrin James leave as a free agent and traded Marshall Faulk has signed Jonathan Taylor to a two-year extension

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