Indianapolis Colts' struggles have led to speculation that star running back Jonathan Taylor could be traded before the November 10 deadline. After a 2-4 start and the firing of general manager Chris Ballard, the Colts may become sellers. Taylor, 27, has 20 touchdowns and nearly 2,000 yards from scrimmage last season, but has only one playoff appearance.
New York Giants
Mock trade: Giants receive RB Jonathan Taylor; Colts receive RB Cam Skattebo, a 2027 second-round pick, and a 2028 fourth-round pick. The Giants used a four-running-back committee recently and released Najee Harris. Coach John Harbaugh expressed desire for a workhorse back like Derrick Henry or Saquon Barkley. Taylor could fill that role alongside quarterback Jaxson Dart next season.
Cincinnati Bengals
Mock trade: Bengals receive RB Jonathan Taylor and a 2027 fourth-round pick; Colts receive RB Chase Brown, a 2027 second-round pick, and a 2027 fifth-round pick. Brown, 26, is younger with less wear and is a productive pass catcher. The Bengals have an extra third-round pick and recently traded for Dexter Lawrence.
Denver Broncos
Mock trade: Broncos receive RB Jonathan Taylor and a 2027 fifth-round pick; Colts receive RB J.K. Dobbins, a 2027 second-round pick, and a 2027 fourth-round pick. Denver traded a first-round pick for Jaylen Waddle and struggles on the ground, affecting quarterback Bo Nix. Dobbins is on a two-year deal with an out after this season.
Seattle Seahawks
Mock trade: Seahawks receive RB Jonathan Taylor; Colts receive RB Jadarian Price and a 2027 second-round pick. Seattle misses Kenneth Walker III and has fumble issues with backups. Offensive coordinator Brian Fleury knows the value of a top running back from his 49ers tenure. Price is on injured reserve.
Minnesota Vikings
Mock trade: Vikings receive RB Jonathan Taylor; Colts receive RB Jordan Mason, a 2027 second-round pick, and a 2027 fifth-round pick. The 5-0 Vikings have an improved run game, and Taylor would pair with mobile quarterback Kyler Murray. Mason is returning from a thumb injury. Minnesota has extra draft capital including an extra third, two extra fifths, and two extra sixths.
