Colts Demand Big Return for Jonathan Taylor
Indianapolis has told teams it must be blown away to trade the three-time Pro Bowl running back.
Updated on Nov. 2, 2026 in Football
The Indianapolis Colts have told teams they will have to be blown away to trade running back Jonathan Taylor. The New York Giants and Minnesota Vikings have been the most aggressive in pursuing running backs on the trade market over the last couple of weeks.
Why it matters
The Vikings, who hold a 6-1 record, need more offensive production after struggles from Kyler Murray and the offense. The Giants could benefit from a more dynamic home-run hitting option in the backfield.
Taylor is 27 years old and a three-time Pro Bowler, and a McCaffrey-style return would cost a team second-, third-, fourth- and fifth-round picks across two drafts. The Vikings enter the discussion at 6-1, though no deal has been finalized.
The players
Jonathan Taylor
Jonathan Taylor is a three-time Pro Bowl running back for the Indianapolis Colts, now at the center of trade discussions.
Indianapolis Colts
The Indianapolis Colts are the NFL franchise that has set a high asking price for trading Jonathan Taylor.
New York Giants
The New York Giants are an NFL franchise that has been among the most aggressive in pursuing running backs on the trade market.
Minnesota Vikings
The Minnesota Vikings are an NFL franchise with a 6-1 record that has been among the most aggressive in pursuing running backs on the trade market.
The details
Trade talks around Jonathan Taylor are active, with the Colts setting a high price threshold. The Giants and Vikings have been the most aggressive suitors for running backs in recent weeks, while the Vikings' record is largely attributed to a swarming defense and an excellent special-teams unit.
Timeline
Over the last couple of weeks, the Giants and Vikings have pursued running backs most aggressively.
Season Trajectory
The projected return for Taylor mirrors the McCaffrey-style package of multiple mid-round picks across two drafts that teams have paid for elite backs. For contenders like the 6-1 Vikings, the trade market for running backs is a key lever for shifting the rest of the season.
Fantasy managers tracking Jonathan Taylor should watch whether a deal sends him to New York or Minnesota, since either move would change his offensive role. The Vikings' offense has struggled, so a trade could reshape how their running game is used.
The takeaway
Teams looking to add a top running back should expect to pay a premium in draft capital. The Colts' high asking price shows how much a proven, Pro Bowl-caliber back is valued on the trade market.
Further reading
For more on the league's trade activity, explore our Football coverage.
