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Colts Are Not Planning to Rest Jonathan Taylor or Limit His Workload as Trade Rumors Swirl
Shane Steichen said Taylor remains in the Colts’ plans and has 610 rushing yards and eight touchdowns in eight games.
- On Wednesday, Indianapolis Colts coach Shane Steichen confirmed that star running back Jonathan Taylor will play Sunday against the Dallas Cowboys, dismissing trade speculation surrounding his status.
- The Colts signaled a rebuild in recent weeks, firing general manager Chris Ballard and trading veterans Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner, sparking trade interest in Taylor from multiple teams.
- Steichen stated the team has no plans to protect Taylor from injury before next week's trade deadline. Taylor ranks eighth in the NFL with 610 rushing yards and eight touchdowns this season.
- Receiver Josh Downs, who also requested a trade, is expected to play Sunday and will face his brother, Cowboys safety Caleb Downs. Steichen emphasized all active players are preparing to win.
- Team co-owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon is prioritizing draft picks and salary cap space for the 2027 offseason. The organization's long-term strategy centers on restructuring the roster rather than immediate playoff contention.
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Colts are not planning to rest Jonathan Taylor or limit his workload as trade rumors swirl
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indianapolis Colts coach Shane Steichen insisted Wednesday that Pro Bowl running back Jonathan Taylor's workload would not change this weekend against the Dallas Cowboys.
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Jonathan Taylor’s Status for Cowboys Game Revealed Amid Trade Rumors
Jonathan Taylor might be wearing a different uniform within a week, but the Indianapolis Colts aren’t parking him on the bench in the meantime. Head coach Shane Steichen said the running back will play against the Dallas Cowboys on Nov. 8 if no deal gets done first, according to The Athletic’s…
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