Colts Open to Trading Jonathan Taylor as Five Teams Show Interest

The Indianapolis Colts are open to trading running back Jonathan Taylor, with discussions underway and five teams reportedly interested ahead of the November 10 NFL trade deadline. No deal has been announced, and the Colts have not publicly confirmed a trade price. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported that the talks are active and ongoing. The teams identified as having expressed interest are the Denver Broncos, Green Bay Packers, Minnesota Vikings, New York Giants and Seattle Seahawks. The accounts of the talks and inquiries stem largely from league-insider reporting; the teams have not publicly confirmed negotiations in the reports. Reports differ on what Indianapolis might seek. One account said the Colts could want a first-round draft pick and a defensive tackle in a potential deal with at least one team. Another suggested the price could start at a second-round pick plus additional compensation. Neither figure has been established as an official Colts demand. Taylor has not asked to be traded and has said he remains proud to play for Indianapolis, while acknowledging that circumstances could change his future. Colts coach Shane Steichen has also said Taylor did not request a...