Colts' Jonathan Taylor Eyes Own Payday After Bijan Robinson's Record Deal
Summary
Jonathan Taylor, a running back for the Indianapolis Colts, wants a new contract after Bijan Robinson signed a record-breaking deal with the Atlanta Falcons. Taylor currently earns about $14 million a year and aims for a new contract worth between $15 and $20 million per year. Taylor has been one of the top NFL rushers since 2020 and remains an important player for the Colts.Key Facts
- Jonathan Taylor signed a three-year, $42 million contract extension with the Colts in 2023.
- He makes about $14 million a year, currently the eighth highest-paid running back in the NFL.
- Bijan Robinson recently signed a three-year, $75 million deal, making him the highest-paid running back ever.
- Taylor is in the last year of his current contract and hopes to negotiate a new deal soon.
- Since joining the NFL in 2020, Taylor has been one of the best rushers, with over 9,000 yards and 69 rushing touchdowns.
- Last season, Taylor led the NFL with 18 rushing touchdowns and gained 1,585 rushing yards.
- Taylor is 27 years old and likely to get a contract between $15 million and $20 million per year, less than Robinson and others.
- The Colts may rely on Taylor more in 2026 due to injuries and player changes on the team.
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