Jonathan Taylor says trade rumors won’t distract him after Colts fire GM
Running back Jonathan Taylor said he remains focused on playing despite recent speculation about a possible trade following the Indianapolis Colts' dismissal of general manager Chris Ballard.
The Indianapolis Colts' dismissal of general manager Chris Ballard has sparked speculation about future roster moves, including the possibility of trading running back Jonathan Taylor. Taylor said he has not considered a trade and is concentrating on his on-field responsibilities.
Taylor's wife, Ayanna, posted videos on social media over the weekend outlining reasons the team might consider trading him, such as the loss of a 2027 first-round pick in a previous deal for cornerback Sauce Gardner. When asked about the videos after the Colts' 16-10 loss to the Vikings, Taylor responded that the rumors were already circulating and that his wife's comments did not change the situation. He added that, with the prevalence of TikTok, players must stay focused on work.
Teammates Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner have also been mentioned in trade discussions. The only scenario that could halt further speculation before the November 10 deadline would be a coordinated transaction involving all three players.