What happened: Donte Whitner questioned the Indianapolis Colts' decision to retain running back Jonathan Taylor through Tuesday's trade deadline. Whitner argued that the franchise should have cashed in on Taylor's trade market value if the organization is committed to a full rebuild.
Why it matters: The Colts decided to retain Jonathan Taylor under contract while moving other veterans ahead of the deadline. A 27-23 loss to the Dallas Cowboys dropped Indianapolis to 2-7, sparking debate over whether keeping an elite running back fits the team's long-term timeline.
By the numbers: Taylor has run 161 times for 656 yards and 8 touchdowns in 2026 through 9 games.
What to watch: The Colts aim to halt their five-game losing streak as Taylor continues to anchor the ground attack.