If the impasse continues: Possible trade destinations for Colts running back Jonathan Taylor
Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor has requested a trade and hasn't practiced at training camp. Colts owner Jim Irsay says he won't trade Taylor.
Taylor is in the final season of his rookie contract, so the Colts hold the leverage in this dispute. However, if the impasse continues, would it be good for both sides if the team moves Taylor?
If so, here are some trade destinations that may make sense.
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Chicago Bears
Current RBs: D'Onta Freeman, Khalil Herbert, Roschon Johnson.
Bears coach Matt Eberflus was the Colts defensive coordinator in Taylor's first two seasons, so they're familiar with each other. They have more salary cap space than most teams in the next couple of years. Also, Taylor would take pressure off quarterback Justin Fields.
New England Patriots
Current RBs: Rhamondre Stevenson, Ty Montgomery, Pierre Strong Jr.
Though Stevenson had a strong 2022 season, New England has shown interest in free agent running backs. Adding Taylor would give the Patriots a 1-2 punch that takes pressure off quarterback Mac Jones.
Miami Dolphins
Current RBs: Raheem Mostert, Jeff Wilson Jr., Devon Achane
Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel has said he likes the possibility of adding free agent Dalvin Cook, but if Cook winds up somewhere else, McDaniel would welcome a back who has carried the load for a team. Miami has several breakaway receivers, but it ranked near the bottom of the NFL in rushing last season.
Buffalo Bills
Current RBs: James Cook, Damien Harris, Latavius Murray
The Bills believe a top-flight running back is the piece that could launch them past the Kansas City Chiefs and Cincinnati Bengals in the AFC. Also, they have lost a weapon with Nyheim Hines' injury. Quarterback Josh Allen was Buffalo's second-leading rusher in 2022.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Current RBs: Rachaad White, Ke'Shawn Vaughn, Chase Edmonds
The Buccaneers were the NFL's worst rushing team in 2022 and need something to bolster an offense led by quarterbacks Baker Mayfield and Kyle Trask.
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