We previously looked at the current rumors surrounding Jonathan Taylor and the Indianapolis Colts from the team’s perspective. Given Taylor’s ability and high skill level, moving on from him at this point would be unwise. There appears to be plenty left in the tank, and it could produce second thoughts for the Colts if they chose that path. That is the team side, but what about Taylor himself? Should he be considering whether the grass is greener on the other side?
Since Taylor appears to have more
seasons left in his legs, does he want to use those on the current iteration of the Colts? He has seen the playoffs just once in his career, and while he has had personal success with the Colts, he may want a little more from a team aspect as well. As players age, winning becomes more important for some. Not that Taylor is in the “grizzled veteran” portion of his career but winning might become a higher priority as he enters the back nine. Things don’t appear to be moving at an accelerated rate in Indianapolis.
Although disgruntled in the past, Taylor isn’t someone who has ever expressed a desire to play in a big city. Playing for Wisconsin and then in Indiana, Taylor has the mentality of a Midwesterner. Put in hard work and it will pay off. The glitz and glamour don’t mean everything. There is continuity and comfort here. He knows the system, the facilities, and his teammates. That can count for a lot. There is still a level of pride for some to play their entire career in one place. He is already in the franchise history books. Now is the time to add on to it and become an absolute legend and all-time Colts great. That might carry more weight than you think.
Money is important to Jonathan Taylor, as it is to most. If the Colts are willing to come through on his last chance for a major payday, signs point to him staying. The lure of winning is there, but nothing is guaranteed in sports. Run to another city and another team and there is no guarantee their success continues. It could end in disaster. The best course could be leaning into continuity and building his Colts lore. It seems best for both parties to continue their partnership.
