Jonathan Taylor's New Price Tag Just Changed Things for Broncos

Key Points:

• The Denver Broncos are interested in acquiring running back Jonathan Taylor before the November 10 NFL trade deadline, but the Indianapolis Colts are holding out for a first-round pick, despite receiving offers including a second-round pick and additional compensation.
• Taylor, who recently signed a two-year, $44 million extension, is considered a valuable but aging asset, turning 28 soon and nearing 2,000 career carries, which could impact his long-term value to the Broncos.
• The Broncos have limited first-round draft capital due to previous costly trades and may be hesitant to give up high picks unless Taylor is seen as the key to a Super Bowl run, especially given emerging backs like Jonah Coleman and the return of RJ Harvey.
• Alternative options include targeting a more affordable running back like Tennessee’s Tony Pollard to complement the current backfield rather than committing heavily to Taylor, especially with Harvey sidelined for three games.
• Broncos GM George Paton has considered in-season trades before but never executed one; the team's decision will depend on whether the Colts maintain their high asking price or lower it as with previous trades involving key players.