Jonathan Taylor defends his wife's public speculation on him being traded
Ayanna Taylor raises trade possibility
Ayanna Taylor discussed trade rumors about her husband in two TikTok videos posted over the weekend, as the Colts struggled early in the season. She said the couple might face the possibility of no longer being on the same team.
She pointed to Indianapolis’ losing record, the firing of longtime general manager Chris Ballard and the lack of first-round picks as factors that could affect the team’s direction. She questioned whether the Colts would keep Jonathan Taylor as a future contender or trade him for assets and value.
Jonathan Taylor responds to comments
Jonathan Taylor said last week he had not given “any thought” to his name appearing in trade rumors. After the Colts’ 16-10 loss to the Minnesota Vikings, he said his wife’s comments would not change the situation.
Taylor rushed for 95 yards and scored one touchdown against Minnesota. He said he would keep working and remain focused.
Trade deadline draws attention
Ayanna Taylor said she was waiting to see how Indianapolis would approach the November 10 trade deadline. She also invited fans to share whether they thought the family would remain with the Colts or begin a new chapter elsewhere.
Jonathan Taylor’s contract and the Colts’ roster and draft-pick position frame the uncertainty. The article does not say whether the team plans to trade him.
Key points
- Ayanna Taylor discussed trade speculation in two TikTok videos over the weekend.
- Jonathan Taylor said his wife’s comments did not change anything and that he would stay focused.
- Taylor signed a $44 million extension and is under contract through 2028.
- The Colts’ trade deadline is November 10.