If Jonathan Taylor's tenure with the Indianapolis Colts has concluded, it ended in a dismal fashion. The Colts suffered a resounding 42-7 defeat at the hands of AFC South rivals, the Jacksonville Jaguars, as speculation surrounding a potential trade for the star running back intensified.
The Colts, now with a 2-6 record, have been active in making roster moves during a difficult season. This follows previous trades of key players like Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner. Taylor, a three-time Pro Bowl selection, remains one of the team's most valuable assets.
Against the Jaguars, Taylor struggled, accumulating only 23 yards on eight carries and fumbling the ball once on a botched trick play. This performance marked a stark contrast to his last outing against Jacksonville in the 2024 regular-season finale, where he was the last player to rush for over 100 yards against them.
Rumors have surfaced linking Taylor to teams such as the New York Giants and the Minnesota Vikings, both of whom are reportedly leading their respective divisions. The Jaguars established a commanding 28-0 lead by halftime, a deficit that ranked as the third-largest in franchise history at the break. The loss extended the Colts' losing streak at EverBank Stadium to 12 games, a skid that dates back to 2014.
Quarterback Daniel Jones completed 19 of 28 passes for 144 yards, throwing one touchdown to Josh Downs and two interceptions before being benched in the fourth quarter for Anthony Richardson. Trevor Lawrence threw three touchdowns for the Jaguars, while Bayshul Tuten scored twice. Rayuan Lane also contributed a 92-yard interception return for a touchdown just before halftime.
It remains uncertain whether Taylor will be with the Colts for their upcoming home game against the Dallas Cowboys.