Jonathan Taylor Fantasy

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor rushed 20 times for 108 yards and a touchdown during a 23-20 Week 17 loss against the Las Vegas Raiders. The second-year running back remains a legitimate MVP candidate, tallying four consecutive games with over 100 rushing yards. Taylor added a six-yard reception against the Raiders and converted a goal-line carry to give the Colts the lead right before halftime. However, it took a while for Taylor to establish himself against a vulnerable Raiders run defense, which allowed the team to hang around and mount a late fourth-quarter come back for their third straight win. Expect Jonathan Taylor to extend his 100-yard rushing streak and potentially reach close to 2,000 rushing yards against a bad Jaguars run defense in Week 18. The Colts need to ensure a win, which means their game plan will be funneled through Taylor all game long.

Jan. 2nd • 7:39 PM

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor carried 27 times for 108 yards during a 22-16 Week 16 win over the Arizona Cardinals. Taylor has been the RB1 in fantasy leagues for the majority of the season and still exceeded 100 rushing yards despite being held without a touchdown for the first game since Week 3 against the Tennessee Titans. Taylor should dominate against the Las Vegas Raiders run defense in Week 17, so don't be concerned about him failing to find the end zone for the first time in three months. Keep Taylor plugged in as a top-five running back against the league's third-worst run defense against fantasy running backs.

Dec. 26th • 7:41 AM

The Indianapolis Colts placed Pro Bowl offensive guard Quenton Nelson on the Reserve/COVID-19 list on Friday, so he will not be available to play on Saturday against the Arizona Cardinals. Running back Jonathan Taylor could have a tough time finding holes to run through on Christmas Day, as center Ryan Kelly (personal) and guard Mark Glowinski will also be out in Week 16. Glowinski landed on the COVID-19 list on Thursday. Fantasy managers aren't benching the most valuable fantasy RB in football because three of his offensive linemen will be out, but it's definitely notable for this weekend, and you may want to temper expectations a bit.

Dec. 24th • 2:25 PM