The Indianapolis Colts have granted running back Jonathan Taylor permission to seek a trade to a new team. This news comes after Taylor, the team’s second-round pick in the 2020 NFL Draft, had a disappointing rookie season.
Taylor was expected to be the Colts’ starting running back in 2020, but he was unable to live up to those expectations. He finished the season with just 721 rushing yards and six touchdowns on 198 carries. He also had just 18 receptions for 142 yards and one touchdown.
The Colts have been trying to trade Taylor since the start of the offseason, but they have been unable to find a suitable trade partner. Now, with Taylor’s permission to seek a new team, it appears that the Colts are ready to move on from him.
It is unclear what kind of return the Colts will be able to get for Taylor. He is still young and has plenty of potential, but his lack of production in 2020 could make it difficult for the Colts to get much in return.
Taylor’s departure from the Colts could open up more playing time for Nyheim Hines and Jordan Wilkins, who are both expected to compete for the starting running back job in 2021. It could also give the Colts more flexibility in the draft, as they could look to add another running back to their roster.
Overall, the Colts’ decision to grant Taylor permission to seek a new team is an indication that they are ready to move on from him. It remains to be seen what kind of return they will be able to get for him, but it is clear that his time in Indianapolis is coming to an end.