Jonathan Taylor’s looming return provides plenty for Colts to ponder
1 year, 2 months ago

Jonathan Taylor’s looming return provides plenty for Colts to ponder

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — All-Pro running back Jonathan Taylor is expected to return to the Indianapolis Colts practice field Wednesday. Less than 24 hours after losing to the Rams in overtime, coach Shane Steichen told reporters the 2021 NFL rushing champ was about to be activated from the physically unable to perform list this week while painting a far different picture about Taylor and his relationship with the Colts than the one that emerged last summer. “He’s super excited to be back with his teammates and we look forward to having him.” Taylor missed all of the Colts offseason workouts, all of training camp and the first four regular-season games following ankle surgery. When that didn’t work out, Steichen welcomed back the New Jersey prep star with the full knowledge of what Taylor provides — a breakaway threat any time he touches the ball. But, at least from Steichen’s perspective, the only real question now is how soon Taylor returns to game day action, possibly even Sunday against division rival Tennessee and two-time league rushing champ Derrick Henry.

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Jonathan Taylor rebounds with 218 yards, 3 TD runs as Colts hold off Titans 38-30
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17 hours, 52 minutes ago

Jonathan Taylor rebounds with 218 yards, 3 TD runs as Colts hold off Titans 38-30

Associated Press  

— Jonathan Taylor rebounded from perhaps the most embarrassing moment of his career by rushing for 218 yards and scoring three times including runs of 65 and 70 yards Sunday, leading the Indianapolis Colts past the Tennessee Titans 38-30. The Titans allowed their most yards rushing since moving from Houston to Nashville in the late 1990s, and it was the …

Anthony Richardson Returns to Colts' Nest for Crucial Showdown with Dolphins
2 months ago

Anthony Richardson Returns to Colts' Nest for Crucial Showdown with Dolphins

Associated Press  

Anthony Richardson is expected to return from injury when the Colts host the Dolphins on Sunday. The Colts are trying to stay within arm's length of the Houston Texans (5-1) in the AFC South. Richardson missed the last two games with a right hip injury, but he has been practicing all week and is confident in his health. The Dolphins …

Colts overcome rash of injuries by plugging holes with reliable stable of replacements
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Colts overcome rash of injuries by plugging holes with reliable stable of replacements

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Joe Flacco jumped into action when he was needed on Sunday, and he got the job done for the Indianapolis Colts. The Colts finished the game without quarterback Anthony Richardson, All-Pro running back Jonathan Taylor, center Ryan Kelly, four defensive starters and another key defensive lineman because of injuries. “Anytime you have a backup that’s played at a …

Colts counting on Richardson-Taylor pairing to help change the conversation with a playoff return
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Colts counting on Richardson-Taylor pairing to help change the conversation with a playoff return

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS COLTS EXPECTATIONS: The Colts have heard all about the streaks. To do that, second-year coach Shane Steichen needs second-year quarterback Anthony Richardson to deliver in two key areas — staying healthy and throwing consistently well enough to win. Richardson should have more help this season with all five starting offensive linemen back, 2021 NFL rushing champ Jonathan Taylor happy …

New contract and healthy offseason help remake image of Colts running back Jonathan Taylor
4 months, 2 weeks ago

New contract and healthy offseason help remake image of Colts running back Jonathan Taylor

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor looks like his old self at training camp. Suddenly, the seemingly unflappable Taylor found himself in the headlines for all the undesirable reasons — he carried the torch for the league’s underpaid running back, had a field side meeting with team owner Jim Irsay in his motorhome as a packed crowd watched …

Colts OTAs: Defense wins the day; Jaylon Jones takes early lead in CB battle
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Colts OTAs: Defense wins the day; Jaylon Jones takes early lead in CB battle

New York Times  

INDIANAPOLIS — Anthony Richardson threw his hands up in the air in exasperation. Following another defensive stop, cornerback Dallis Flowers kept screaming, “That’s y’all problem!” toward the offense, leaving no doubt who was winning the day. “He’s been making a ton of plays out here the past couple of days,” Colts coach Shane Steichen said, noting Mitchell’s explosiveness. 🚀 pic.twitter.com/7k3dKaJRmj …

Colts OTAs: Anthony Richardson relishes return; Michael Pittman Jr. avoids major injury
7 months ago

Colts OTAs: Anthony Richardson relishes return; Michael Pittman Jr. avoids major injury

New York Times  

INDIANAPOLIS — Anthony Richardson dropped back to pass Wednesday, rolled to his left to evade pressure and launched the football down the sideline. He wants to be physical, and that is what’s going to get him hurt.’ That’s not the case.” Colts coach Shane Steichen expected Richardson to be a little rusty during OTAs, evidenced by a late throw across …

Anthony Richardson, Jonathan Taylor give Colts a view into a promising future
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Anthony Richardson, Jonathan Taylor give Colts a view into a promising future

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Colts got a glimpse of their future with quarterback Anthony Richardson in 2023. Two days after falling a win short of the playoffs, Indy’s players cleaned out their lockers and reflected on their accomplishments during coach Shane Steichen’s first season — and what next season might look like. “That’s going to be a really awesome sight …

RB Jonathan Taylor to have thumb surgery and hopes to return to Colts in 3 weeks, AP source says
1 year ago

RB Jonathan Taylor to have thumb surgery and hopes to return to Colts in 3 weeks, AP source says

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor will have thumb surgery Wednesday and hopes to play again in about three weeks, a person with knowledge of the injury told The Associated Press on Tuesday. It’s been a rocky season for Taylor, the 2021 NFL rushing champ who started training camp on the physically unable to perform list after undergoing …

Jim Irsay: Colts’ Jonathan Taylor to undergo thumb surgery with possible 2-3 week return
1 year ago

Jim Irsay: Colts’ Jonathan Taylor to undergo thumb surgery with possible 2-3 week return

New York Times  

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor will undergo thumb surgery Wednesday in Los Angeles with the hope that he can return in 2-3 weeks, team owner Jim Irsay told The Athletic. Here’s what you need to know: Taylor sustained the injury during the Colts’ win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday, which was his best game of the year. …

Jonathan Taylor scores twice to help the Colts overpower Buccaneers run defense for 27-20 win
1 year ago

Jonathan Taylor scores twice to help the Colts overpower Buccaneers run defense for 27-20 win

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Jonathan Taylor and Zack Moss ran through the usually stingy Tampa Bay defense Sunday. Taylor ran for two scores, Minshew added another on the ground and the Indianapolis Colts defense came up with a late turnover Sunday to preserve a crucial 27-20 victory over Tampa Bay that keeps Indy in the playoff hunt heading into December. I think …

Colts’ gutsy call, unlikely hero and star RB help put playoffs in sight
1 year ago

Colts’ gutsy call, unlikely hero and star RB help put playoffs in sight

New York Times  

INDIANAPOLIS — The ball felt like it hung in the air forever. 📺 CBS pic.twitter.com/s1eeobQG2I — Indianapolis Colts November 26, 2023 “We didn’t rep it live all week in practice. “Shane was like, ‘Did you get the memo?’ And I’m thinking Shane is just late to the joke,’” Franklin said, laughing. “So, I’m messing with Shane like, ‘Yeah, I need …

Jonathan Taylor runs for early TD and Colts hold off Patriots 10-6 in Germany
1 year, 1 month ago

Jonathan Taylor runs for early TD and Colts hold off Patriots 10-6 in Germany

Associated Press  

FRANKFURT, Germany — Jonathan Taylor ran for a first-quarter touchdown and Mac Jones threw a crucial interception in the fourth quarter and the Indianapolis Colts held on for a 10-6 win over New England Patriots in Germany on Sunday. Trailing 10-6 late in the fourth quarter, Jones drove the Patriots inside the red zone but was intercepted by Julian Blackmon …

Jonathan Taylor and the Colts have agreed on a 3-year, $42 million extension, source tells AP
1 year, 2 months ago

Jonathan Taylor and the Colts have agreed on a 3-year, $42 million extension, source tells AP

Associated Press  

All-Pro running back Jonathan Taylor and the Indianapolis Colts agreed on a contract extension Saturday, the team announced. San Francisco’s Christian McCaffrey and New Orleans’ Alvin Kamara are now the only running backs making more money than Taylor per year. The agreement was announced after the Colts activated Taylor from the the physically unable to perform list and removed the …

Healthy Jonathan Taylor happy to be back on the Colts practice field and ready to get started
1 year, 2 months ago

Healthy Jonathan Taylor happy to be back on the Colts practice field and ready to get started

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — A healthy Jonathan Taylor explained Thursday how happy he is to be practicing again with the Indianapolis Colts. “I’ve been in communication with my teammates the whole time I’ve been here rehabbing” Taylor said. The dispute lingered into training camp where Taylor’s agent and Colts owner Jim Irsay engaged in a social media spat. “I’m not going to …

Colts still uncertain about timetable for Jonathan Taylor’s return
1 year, 3 months ago

Colts still uncertain about timetable for Jonathan Taylor’s return

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Colts already know running back Jonathan Taylor will miss four games. One day after the 2021 NFL rushing champ landed on the physically unable to perform list following offseason ankle surgery, general manager Chris Ballard did not provide a timetable for Taylor’s return and would not talk about any trade offers he received for the 24-year-old …

Dolphins’ Chris Grier calls talks with Colts about running back Jonathan Taylor ‘exploratory’
1 year, 3 months ago

Dolphins’ Chris Grier calls talks with Colts about running back Jonathan Taylor ‘exploratory’

Associated Press  

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Miami Dolphins general manager Chris Grier said Wednesday that conversations with the Indianapolis Colts about 2021 All-Pro running back Jonathan Taylor were “exploratory,” and no official offers were exchanged between the two teams. Miami also has rookie running back De’Von Achane, Salvon Ahmed, who had a strong preseason, and undrafted rookie Chris Brooks, who impressed enough …

Colts give Jonathan Taylor permission to seek out trade, source says
1 year, 4 months ago

Colts give Jonathan Taylor permission to seek out trade, source says

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Colts have given disgruntled running back Jonathan Taylor permission to find a trade partner, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press on Monday. Just two days earlier Shane Steichen told reporters Taylor would rejoin the team Sunday following an excused absence to tend to a personal matter. “Once he is cleared to …

Colts give Jonathan Taylor permission to seek trade, per source: What it means for Indianapolis
1 year, 4 months ago

Colts give Jonathan Taylor permission to seek trade, per source: What it means for Indianapolis

New York Times  

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor has been given permission by the team to seek a trade, a team source confirmed to The Athletic. Taylor still has not been medically cleared, according to Steichen, despite saying in April that his ankle surgery was a “perfect success.” — Boyd What it means for Anthony Richardson Indianapolis won’t just give away an …

Jonathan Taylor continues rehab but remains on PUP list as Colts prepare for preseason opener
1 year, 4 months ago

Jonathan Taylor continues rehab but remains on PUP list as Colts prepare for preseason opener

Associated Press  

— Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor did not attend practice Tuesday as he continues rehabbing from offseason ankle surgery while he continues to seek a contract extension or a trade. If you guys don’t see him out here, it’s part of his rehab,” Steichen said before being asked whether Taylor was working onsite or at another venue. Team owner …

Keefer: Colts’ relationship with Jonathan Taylor has unraveled dramatically. So now what?
1 year, 4 months ago

Keefer: Colts’ relationship with Jonathan Taylor has unraveled dramatically. So now what?

New York Times  

Just a few months ago, this felt like a foregone conclusion, a formality that would be wrapped up well before the season opener, like so many others had in the past. I’m hopeful we all understand the situation we’re in.” The reason Irsay invited Taylor on his bus: He wanted to reinforce to his franchise running back that the Colts …

Jonathan Taylor requests trade after meeting with owner Jim Irsay at Colts practice, source says
1 year, 4 months ago

Jonathan Taylor requests trade after meeting with owner Jim Irsay at Colts practice, source says

Associated Press  

— Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor has requested a trade, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press on Saturday night. It came shortly after Taylor left team owner Jim Irsay’s motorhome after a meeting that lasted nearly an hour as the Colts conducted a night practice. “We’re looking forward to a great season, hoping that Jonathan’s …

Colts are content playing waiting game with Richardson’s progression at quarterback
1 year, 4 months ago

Colts are content playing waiting game with Richardson’s progression at quarterback

Associated Press  

— Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard knows rookie quarterbacks learn best from playing. “You don’t want to put him out there and he’s not ready to handle everything that requires him playing the position,” Ballard said. Then, eventually, he’ll play.” Ballard didn’t say whether Richardson must hit certain milestones or could make his debut in small, specialized packages. “When …

Indianapolis Colts begin training camp with another new quarterback in mix
1 year, 5 months ago

Indianapolis Colts begin training camp with another new quarterback in mix

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS COLTS CAMP SITE: Westfield, Indiana KEY ADDITIONS: Head coach Shane Steichen, offensive coordinator Jim Bob Cooter, QB Anthony Richardson, QB Gardner Minshew, K Matt Gay, DE Samson Ebukam, DT Taven Bryan, CB JuJu Brents, WR Josh Downs. KEY LOSSES: QB Matt Ryan, QB Nick Foles, LB Bobby Okereke, DE Yannick Ngakoue, WR Parris Campbell, S Rodney McLeod, CB Isaiah …

Keefer: 10 takeaways from Chris Ballard discussing new Colts Kwity Paye, Dayo Odeyingbo and more
3 years, 7 months ago

Keefer: 10 takeaways from Chris Ballard discussing new Colts Kwity Paye, Dayo Odeyingbo and more

New York Times  

After missing out last year because of COVID-19, Colts general manager Chris Ballard welcomed reporters back to the team’s West 56th facility Thursday for a lengthy session recapping this year’s draft picks — and plenty more. “I couldn’t be any more excited about a kid,” Ballard said, noting he heard from at least one team about how ticked they were …

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