Colts reportedly still hoping for ‘Christian McCaffrey-esque’ trade package for Jonathan Taylor

The Indianapolis Colts are reportedly seeking a substantial "Christian McCaffrey-esque" return before considering a permanent trade for star running back Jonathan Taylor. According to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, multiple teams have shown interest, but interim personnel head Ed Dodds and the organization have not yet received an offer that satisfies their significant asking price ahead of next week's NFL trade deadline.

Colts owner and CEO Carlie Irsay-Gordon reportedly still views Taylor as an essential cornerstone of the team's rebuilding process. Luke Schultheis notes that Indianapolis may be holding out to maximize value after trading DeForest Buckner and Quenton Nelson, while Rapoport also reported that the Colts want a third- or fourth-round pick for receiver Josh Downs.