ESPN’s Ben Solak just dropped a bombshell, predicting the Colts’ Week 8 matchup against the Jaguars will be Jonathan Taylor’s final game with the team that drafted him. This isn’t just a bold take about Taylor either; Solak is also calling for Brian Thomas Jr. to play his last game with Jacksonville on Sunday. “I’m predicting that both playmakers will take their final snaps with the teams that drafted them Sunday,” Solak wrote, setting the stage for what could be a wild week.
The Trade Talk Heating Up
Look, this isn’t coming out of nowhere. Initial reports earlier this past week suggested the Colts actually wanted to keep Taylor as a cornerstone for their rebuild. But then, Saturday hit, and Adam Schefter and Ian Rapoport both broke news that Indianapolis is now “open to trading” Taylor, with conversations described as “active and ongoing.” It’s a total flip from what we heard just days ago! Tom Pelissero even piled on, adding that the Colts already turned down a trade package for Taylor, one that included a 2027 second-round pick plus an additional selection. That tells you everything you need to know: they want a “premium” if they’re gonna move on from a talent like him.
Productivity vs. Potential Farewell
It’s absolutely wild to think about Taylor leaving, especially since he just signed a two-year, $44 million contract extension right before the season kicked off. But here’s the kicker: that contract is actually movable if the Colts decide to pull the trigger. And let’s be real, the guy is still balling out. Taylor continues to be one of the most productive backs in football, racking up 587 yards and an impressive eight rushing touchdowns already. Solak’s reasoning for this Week 8 prediction for Taylor is simple: another loss, and the Colts could probably move him for two Day 2 picks. For Thomas Jr., Solak sees another empty stat line leading him right to… the Chiefs? Man, this is gonna be a game to watch.
So, all eyes are on that Week 8 showdown against the Jaguars. Could this really be it for Jonathan Taylor in Indy? After all the contract drama, the trade rumors, and his undeniable production, it’s clear this game holds some massive stakes for the future of the Colts’ backfield.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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