Overview
- ESPN analyst Ben Solak predicted Wednesday that the Indianapolis Colts could trade running back Jonathan Taylor to the Chicago Bears midseason if the Colts start poorly and consider an organizational change.
- The suggestion is framed as speculation based on Taylor entering the final year of his contract and becoming a free agent in 2027, which could make him attractive as a one-year rental to playoff-aspiring teams.
- Coverage notes Taylor carried a heavy load in 2025, rushing for 1,585 yards on 323 carries with 18 touchdowns, and analysts raised durability concerns after consecutive 300-plus carry seasons.
- Colts-focused reporting pushed back on the trade idea, arguing a midseason deal would amount to conceding the year and that a future general manager might be better suited to decide Taylor’s long-term fate.
- Commentary also points to the Bears’ strong 2025 rushing attack as a possible roster fit but frames any deal as conjecture since no trade talks or front-office intentions have been reported.