The Indianapolis Colts are 2-2 like their three rivals in the AFC South. While the upcoming games are going to be like do or die for the Colts, the injury of their veteran running back Jonathan Taylor has put the franchise in hot water.
Taylor’s absence from the field had raised concerns among sports enthusiasts as he has been a standout performer for the Colts, but it seems those worries are about to be put to rest. The latest update about the veteran is signaling his increased chances of resuming the role as the team’s primary ball-carrier.
Colts HC Shane Steichen offers Jonathan Taylor injury update
According to Mike Chappell of Fox 59 News Indianapolis reports, the Colts’ head coach Shane Steichen revealed on Monday that Taylor will return to the practice field with his fellow teammates on Wednesday.
“I think it’s really more the football shape. Obviously, there’s a difference from running sprints and going through that deal. But to put on the pads and go play with his teammates, put a helmet back on and go do all those things again, again, we’ll have those conversations myself and him and see where he’s at at the end of the week to make that decision.”
The timing of the RB’s return to game action remains uncertain, albeit his presence on the practice field is surely a positive step forward for the franchise. The Indianapolis-based team is reportedly planning to involve him in the three-week practice session. By this move, they will have 21 days in hand to place him back on their active roster.
What injury does Jonathan Taylor have?
Taylor sustained an ankle injury last year during the Week 15 game against the Colts, marking an abrupt end to his 2022 NFL season. His misfortune initially started in Week 4 when the injury seemed less serious, albeit it aggravated in Week 8 before the third and season-ending blow hit him in Week 15.
The 24-year-old was later placed on the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list and was set to miss at least the first four games. Besides his injury, one of the most highlighted topics about Jonathan was his contract turmoil with the franchise. The No. 28 Indianapolis player is set to earn only over $4.3 million this year, ranking 443rd spot among all NFL players in the league.
After feeling underpaid in his rookie deal, the 2021 NFL rushing champ requested a trade as the franchise didn’t accede to restructure his contract. Now, his return to the practice field will raise new speculations about the ongoing trade disputes.
What’s your take on the recent update about his game status? Do you think that the Colts are planning something big for the RB? Tell us in the comments.
