Colts coach says running back Jonathan Taylor has not asked for a trade

Colts head coach Shane Steichen told reporters that running back Jonathan Taylor has not asked to be traded. The statement comes after Indianapolis moved defensive lineman DeForest Buckner to the San Francisco 49ers and guard Quenton Nelson to the Seattle Seahawks as the team approaches the NFL trade deadline.

Analysts noted that Taylor could become a trade candidate if the Colts decide to rebuild after the 2026 season, with potential suitors mentioned as the Cincinnati Bengals, Minnesota Vikings and Seattle Seahawks. A contender interested in acquiring Taylor would likely need to include a second-round draft pick in any offer.

Taylor’s wife has discussed the trade rumors on social media, but the player himself declined to comment after the most recent game. Sources close to the organization indicated that the front office still views Taylor as a key piece of the franchise and has not engaged in internal trade discussions.

While the Colts continue to evaluate their roster, interim general manager Ed Dodds may consider moving assets later in the season, but no concrete plans have been disclosed. Taylor remains the team's primary running back and is projected to retain his fantasy-league RB1 status for the remainder of the year.