Do family preferences matter in NFL trades? Insider reveals why Jonathan Taylor could stay with Indianapolis Colts amid wife Ayanna Chapman’s concerns (Image via Instagram: Jonathan Taylor and Ayanna Chapman)
She may be looking for the right price for the popular running back, according to insiders. Her post offered a fresh perspective of how unstable life can become for NFL players and their families when they have to leave their roots behind and plant new ones elsewhere. Her concerns came right after two players were traded and a longtime general manager was fired. This makes one wonder – do family preferences matter in NFL trades? Are the schools of the players’ children considered? Are the friendships or occupations of NFL WAGs taken into account? Maybe she hasn’t found an offer suitable enough to part ways with him.
Current Contract Status 2026 is the first year of his 2026 NFL contract. Total Contract Value Taylor signed a two-year, $44 million contract, including a $15 million signing bonus, $39.02 million in guaranteed money, and an average annual salary of $22 million. Cap Hit and Dead Cap Value In 2026, Taylor is scheduled to earn a $6.98 million base salary, a $15 million signing bonus, and a $5,440 workout bonus, while carrying a $16.19 million cap hit and $25.56 million dead cap value. Years Left UFA [unrestricted free agent] in 2029, three years left. Total Career Earnings $62.5 million over 6 NFL seasons with the Indianapolis Colts.
Four teams had considered the possibility of trading for the star running back – Seattle Seahawks, Denver Broncos, Minnesota Vikings, and Green Bay Packers, according to NFL insider Adam Schefter. And only the type of blockbuster offer no team has made could pry him out. However, none of them appeared to have made an offer substantial enough to convince the Colts to part ways with Ayanna Chapman’s husband. Category Details Player Name Jonathan Taylor Current Team Indianapolis Colts Possible Midseason Trade Destinations Green Bay Packers, Seattle Seahawks, Denver Broncos, Minnesota Vikings, and New York Giants.
“Three days before the NFL trade deadline, the most likely destination for Colts RB Jonathan Taylor is… staying in Indianapolis.