Colts' Jonathan Taylor deserves to be sent to 'contender' if traded, former teammate says

The Indianapolis Colts are reportedly considering trading All-Pro running back Jonathan Taylor before the deadline, with owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon taking calls on him. Former Colts quarterback Nick Foles, speaking as a teammate and a business decision-maker, expressed his internal conflict about trading Taylor, emphasizing that if a deal is made, Taylor should be sent to a contender. The Colts are seeking a steep asking price, similar to what the 49ers paid for Christian McCaffrey, for Taylor, who is under contract through 2028.

• The NFL trade deadline is approaching, and the Indianapolis Colts are positioned as sellers.
• All eyes are on the Colts regarding a potential trade of All-Pro running back Jonathan Taylor.
• Former Colts quarterback Nick Foles believes Taylor should be traded to a contender if a deal is made, despite his personal feelings.
• Foles acknowledges the business perspective of trading Taylor, who is getting older, for significant draft capital during a rebuild.
• Taylor’s reported request is to be sent to a contending team.
• The Colts are reportedly seeking a high asking price, comparable to the Christian McCaffrey trade, for Taylor.
• Potential suitors like the New York Giants, Denver Broncos, and Minnesota Vikings have been rumored to be interested in Taylor.