What should a contract extension for Colts RB Jonathan Taylor look like?

[Hoopsdoc]

I get the sense that Taylor and his agent are trying to make a statement on behalf of running backs league wide. I think he’s asking for McCaffrey money, if not more.

I’m not necessarily opposed to paying him that much provided he’s healthy and it’s a relatively short contract. He’s the best in the league when healthy, imo.

[rm1369]

Originally Posted by Hoopsdoc

I get the sense that Taylor and his agent are trying to make a statement on behalf of running backs league wide. I think he’s asking for McCaffrey money, if not more.

I’m not necessarily opposed to paying him that much provided he’s healthy and it’s a relatively short contract. He’s the best in the league when healthy, imo.

If Taylor wants to reset the market for all the RBs he can do it somewhere else. If if he wants to be fairly compensated for his value then he needs to get his ass on the field and prove he’s health AND not just a 2 down back. Show them the receiving skills. Show them he can pass protect. Show them how dangerous a combo he and AR can make. This team has a history of paying their own, and paying them well. But if he’s looking for a statement he can make it elsewhere. Unfortunately that’s sounding more and more likely.

[Hoopsdoc]

Originally Posted by rm1369

If Taylor wants to reset the market for all the RBs he can do it somewhere else. If if he wants to be fairly compensated for his value then he needs to get his ass on the field and prove he’s health AND not just a 2 down back. Show them the receiving skills. Show them he can pass protect. Show them how dangerous a combo he and AR can make. This team has a history of paying their own, and paying them well. But if he’s looking for a statement he can make it elsewhere. Unfortunately that’s sounding more and more likely.

I don’t disagree but I feel like the Colts really need Taylor if they’re going to roll with Richardson. They need a guy who can take it to the house. Deon Jackson is ok but he’s not that guy.

Taylor is.

I realize things don’t always work out, but the ideal situation for Anthony Richardson and the Colts would be to have a happy and healthy JT at running back on opening day.

[Oldcolt]

We don't need Taylor. We need a running game. Don't need Taylor for that, we need a resurgence of the offensive line. We cannot keep having the highest paid players in every position that isn't critical to winning.

[ChaosTheory]

Originally Posted by Hoopsdoc

I don’t disagree but I feel like the Colts really need Taylor if they’re going to roll with Richardson. They need a guy who can take it to the house. Deon Jackson is ok but he’s not that guy.

Taylor is.

I realize things don’t always work out, but the ideal situation for Anthony Richardson and the Colts would be to have a happy and healthy JT at running back on opening day.

Taylor is obviously a luxury that would benefit Richardson and the rest of the team. But that's the point of this whole disgruntled RB situation. Because it is a luxury and rarely a necessity (even then, it's a fine line).

Richardson, especially if he lives up to potential, will create a mutually beneficial relationship with whatever RB is back there with him. A Zack Moss (and co.) might not break 70-yarders, but the D also can't let him gouge them for 8, 12, 16 yards all the way down the field because they want to focus on the QB.

Don't get me wrong, I want the house calls and everything else JT brings... But this franchise in particular knows first hand about that fine line from winning the SB the year they let Edgerrin James leave.

[Hoopsdoc]

Originally Posted by ChaosTheory

Taylor is obviously a luxury that would benefit Richardson and the rest of the team. But that's the point of this whole disgruntled RB situation. Because it is a luxury and rarely a necessity (even then, it's a fine line).

Richardson, especially if he lives up to potential, will create a mutually beneficial relationship with whatever RB is back there with him. A Zack Moss (and co.) might not break 70-yarders, but the D also can't let him gouge them for 8, 12, 16 yards all the way down the field because they want to focus on the QB.

Don't get me wrong, I want the house calls and everything else JT brings... But this franchise in particular knows first hand about that fine line from winning the SB the year they let Edgerrin James leave.

I just think JT’s ability to hit home runs as well as those 8, 12, 16 yard runs is EXTREMELY valuable considering you also have a quarterback who can do that.

[rm1369]

Originally Posted by Hoopsdoc

I just think JT’s ability to hit home runs as well as those 8, 12, 16 yard runs is EXTREMELY valuable considering you also have a quarterback who can do that.

Pass blocking and being an effective outlet receiver are more valuable for AR’s development IMO than the occasional home run. Don’t get me wrong, JTs ability with AR could be exciting but until proven otherwise JT is a two down back. And I expect ARs biggest struggles will be on 3rd down - where JT is least effective overall.

[JAFF]

Originally Posted by Hoopsdoc

I don’t disagree but I feel like the Colts really need Taylor if they’re going to roll with Richardson. They need a guy who can take it to the house. Deon Jackson is ok but he’s not that guy.

Taylor is.

I realize things don’t always work out, but the ideal situation for Anthony Richardson and the Colts would be to have a happy and healthy JT at running back on opening day.

I dont understand how the agent thinks the Colts can commit money to Taylor when he has not been medically clear to PRACTICE, let alone play. He may not be ready for the season.