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Rampant Jonathan Taylor trade speculation is driving wife ‘crazy’
Jonathan Taylor’s wife, Ayanna, said uncertainty over whether the Indianapolis Colts will trade the running back is making her “crazy”. Her comments reflect the upheaval around the struggling team as the 10 November trade deadline approaches.
In a TikTok video, Ayanna described the wait after the Colts’ 42-7 defeat by Jacksonville and said she had heard interest from several teams, including the Minnesota Vikings. The Colts are reportedly seeking a package comparable to the one involved in Christian McCaffrey’s trade; Taylor is under contract through 2028 after signing an extension in August. Indianapolis is 2-6, has traded Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner, and Josh Downs has requested a trade; the Colts host Dallas on Sunday.
In short
- Ayanna Taylor says trade uncertainty is making her “crazy”.
- The Colts are reportedly seeking a major package for Jonathan Taylor.
- Indianapolis is 2-6 ahead of the 10 November trade deadline.
Steelman: both sides, in good faith
The strongest fair case each way — we don't pick a winner.
The case for
Trading Taylor could help the Colts turn a poor season into a longer-term rebuild, especially if another team offers a substantial return. With several players reportedly unsettled and the team struggling, a clear decision before the deadline could also give Taylor and his family more certainty about what comes next.
The case against
Keeping Taylor could preserve a proven player under contract through 2028 and give the Colts a stronger foundation for recovery, rather than further weakening the squad during a difficult season. A trade would be justified only if the return matched his value; pressure to act amid speculation could leave the team worse off and prolong uncertainty for everyone involved.