Colts must decide on Jonathan Taylor trade by Tuesday

The Indianapolis Colts have until 4 p.m. Tuesday to determine the future of running back Jonathan Taylor. The 2-6 team hosts the 3-5 Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, Nov. 8, at Lucas Oil Stadium. If a trade is completed, that matchup would mark Taylor's final appearance in a Colts uniform at home.

The uncertainty follows the departure of two key defensive players. The franchise traded guard Quenton Nelson to Seattle and defensive tackle DeForest Buckner to San Francisco. Those moves occurred after the team fired general manager Chris Ballard.

Taylor enters his seventh season in Indianapolis. He has rushed for 610 yards and scored eight touchdowns this year. The 2-6 offense has struggled to maintain consistency despite his production.

The player said he keeps trade rumors out of his daily routine to avoid letting external factors change his play. He stated that he maintains the same preparation methods that have worked throughout his career. He noted that he has adjusted his pregame habits over time but avoids adding new variables that could alter his performance on the field.

Taylor described the feeling of playing in front of the home crowd as a source of pride. He said he never takes the opportunity for granted and views the chance to compete in front of fans as a special event that requires a premium effort.

He added that the team is now focused solely on the upcoming contest against Dallas. He said the current preparation is about giving the supporters a win and improving on the previous week's performance. The decision on Taylor's status will be finalized by the 4 p.m. deadline on Tuesday, Nov. 10.