Giants emerge as leading suitor for Jonathan Taylor as trade talks intensify

The New York Giants are considered the most serious suitor for Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor, Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer reported. The Giants have allegedly made an offer that meets the Colts’ asking price, which is either a first-round pick or a package of draft picks comparable to the deal the Carolina Panthers received for Christian McCaffrey in 2023. The Denver Broncos and Minnesota Vikings have also inquired about Taylor, but none have matched the Colts’ price expectations.

Taylor confirmed that he has not submitted a trade request. The Colts, aiming to rebuild after the “Daniel Jones era,” are seeking maximum draft capital and expect offers to rise after the upcoming Sunday games. Colts general manager Chris Steichen said the team remains focused on its Week 9 opponent, the Dallas Cowboys, and that “teams call all the time.”

Broncos spokesperson Mike Stevens indicated that a trade could happen quickly, noting the team “might not want to go to sleep” and that the Broncos are evaluating options beyond developing young running backs. Potential destinations for Taylor mentioned by sources include the Vikings, Cincinnati Bengals, Seattle Seahawks and other contenders needing backfield help.

The Colts have already moved defensive linemen DeForest Buckner to the San Francisco 49ers and Quenton Nelson to the Seattle Seahawks, suggesting a broader roster overhaul ahead of the NFL trade deadline on Nov. 10. Analysts estimate that a contending team would likely need to part with at least a second-round pick to acquire Taylor.