Outlook for Jonathan Taylor

By: Jake Rajala

The Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor went from the NFL’s best ball-carrier to ripping the hearts out of his fantasy owners. Perhaps he should go back to Wisconsin and finish his philosophy and astrophysics degree. He may need it. Then again, those areas aren’t the most ideal areas.

Jonathan Taylor was academically accepted to Harvard University to study astrophysics out of high school.

Instead, he chose University of Wisconsin–Madison to chase the NFL — while double-majoring in astrophysics and philosophy. 🧠 pic.twitter.com/4vAD8leGlu

— TPS (@TotalProSports) March 9, 2026

JT could follow former Wisconsin QB Russell Wilson to the analyst world. He could try to break down why he doesn’t get help at the QB position.

Taylor could try to buy golf clubs for his OL on Black Friday. That may help them block better. Their OL is ranked 15th by PFF. If they can block for Philip Rivers last season, they can block for JT. Of course, Quentin Nelson isn’t there anymore.

JT isn’t a Top-30 RB by PFF. Yes, you read that correctly. I’m talking about RBs that are ahead of him, such as Ashton Jeanty and Chase Brown. The Colts should consider bringing in former Wisconsin RBs, such as Montee Ball and Melvin Gordon, to motivate Taylor.

JT doesn’t have a single game over 100 rushing yards. James Cook, who is playing like a flat out stud, has four 100+ rushing yard games.

In all seriousness, JT, is 27 years old (same age as me), and he could be a modest RB for a few more seasons in a Colts uniform. If he decides to leave in the off-season, I hope it’s to a team that has a quality OL and QB. Kirk Cousins may have some bling to share with him.