Colts Secure Jonathan Taylor With $44 Million Deal

WHO:

Heavy NFL - Jonathan Taylor, running back for the Indianapolis Colts

NY Post - Jonathan Taylor, running back for the Indianapolis Colts

WHAT:

Heavy NFL - The Indianapolis Colts agreed to a two-year contract extension with Jonathan Taylor worth $44 million, potentially increasing to $47 million.

NY Post - Jonathan Taylor signed a two-year, $44 million extension with the Colts.

WHERE:

Heavy NFL - Indianapolis, Indiana

WHEN:

Heavy NFL - The contract extension was agreed upon ahead of the 2026 regular season.

WHY:

NY Post - The contract extension comes at a financially beneficial time for star running backs, following a significant deal for Bijan Robinson.

HOW:

Heavy NFL - The contract was reported by ESPN's Adam Schefter and NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.

(UPDATED August 6, 2026 13:39 UTC)

The Indianapolis Colts have secured star running back Jonathan Taylor with a two-year contract extension worth $44 million, which could rise to $47 million. This agreement comes just ahead of the 2026 regular season and follows a lucrative deal for fellow running back Bijan Robinson, making it a financially advantageous time for players in that position. The news was first reported by ESPN's Adam Schefter and NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.