Broncos' Trade Interest in Jonathan Taylor is Real, Insider Claims
Sports Illustrated • • sports
Key Points:
- The Denver Broncos are monitoring the Indianapolis Colts' star running back Jonathan Taylor ahead of the NFL trade deadline, amid the Colts' ongoing fire sale of key players.
- Denver's rushing attack ranks 24th in the NFL, and the recent return of rookie Jonah Coleman has improved their ground game, but the team is still considering upgrades to boost their offense.
- Acquiring Taylor would be costly due to his recent two-year, $44 million contract extension, with significant cap hits in the coming seasons, but he could provide an immediate and impactful upgrade.
- The Broncos' decision to pursue Taylor likely hinges on the performance of their current running backs, Dobbins and Coleman, in the next two games before the trade deadline.
- With other contenders making aggressive moves ahead of the deadline, the Broncos may make a bold trade to strengthen their roster and capitalize on the remaining years of quarterback Russell Wilson's rookie contract.
