Indianapolis Colts Running Back Jonathan Taylor Returns to Training Camp After Ankle Injury
Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor has returned to training camp after missing time due to an ankle injury, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. However, Taylor will remain on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list for the time being.
Taylor has been rehabbing his ankle and has also been involved in a public contract dispute with the organization throughout the summer. Colts head coach Shane Steichen expressed optimism on Sunday, stating that Taylor should be back with the team in the near future.
“He should be back this week,” Steichen said, as reported by ESPN’s Stephen Holder. “Do I know the exact date he’ll be back? No, but he should be back.”
As it turns out, Taylor’s return date was Monday.
The situation between Taylor and the Colts has been messy in recent weeks. Last month, Taylor officially requested a trade away from Indianapolis after a meeting with team owner Jim Irsay, who publicly denied any such request. Despite being eligible for a contract extension this summer, the Colts opted not to reach a long-term deal with Taylor.
In the 2020 season, Taylor recorded 861 rushing yards and four touchdowns in 11 games. He missed a significant portion of the season due to an ankle injury and underwent surgery in January. Throughout his career, Taylor has accumulated 3,841 rushing yards and 33 rushing touchdowns, which ranks second in the league during that span. He led the NFL in both rushing yards and touchdowns in 2021.
Upon arriving at training camp last month, Taylor was placed on the PUP list and has yet to participate in the preseason with the Colts. Before he can officially return to the lineup, he must be cleared by the team’s medical staff and activated off the PUP list.
Despite the ongoing contract dispute, Taylor remains a crucial piece for the Colts as they aim to bounce back from a disappointing 4-12-1 season. The team hired Shane Steichen to replace interim coach Jeff Saturday, and with rookie quarterback Anthony Richardson potentially starting, having Taylor in the backfield would provide a significant boost.
Whether Taylor will be ready and willing to play in the season opener against the Jacksonville Jaguars on September 10 remains uncertain.
When did Jonathan Taylor return to training camp after his ankle injury?
Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor has made his return to training camp following an ankle injury. Despite his return, Taylor will remain on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list for the time being, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.
During the summer, Taylor has been working on rehabbing his ankle and has also been involved in a public contract dispute with the Colts organization. However, Colts head coach Shane Steichen expressed optimism about Taylor’s return, stating that he should be back with the team in the near future.
“He should be back this week,” Steichen said, as reported by ESPN’s Stephen Holder. “Do I know the exact date he’ll be back? No, but he should be back.”
As it turns out, Taylor’s return date was Monday.
The relationship between Taylor and the Colts has been somewhat tumultuous recently. Last month, Taylor officially requested a trade after a meeting with team owner Jim Irsay, which Irsay publicly denied. Despite being eligible for a contract extension this summer, the Colts decided not to reach a long-term deal with Taylor.
In his 2020 season, Taylor recorded 861 rushing yards and four touchdowns in 11 games. He missed a significant portion of the season due to an ankle injury and underwent surgery in January. Throughout his career, Taylor has accumulated 3,841 rushing yards and 33 rushing touchdowns, ranking second in the league during that time. He led the NFL in both rushing yards and touchdowns in 2021.
Upon arriving at training camp last month, Taylor was placed on the PUP list and has not yet participated in the preseason with the Colts. Before he can officially return to the lineup, he must be cleared by the team’s medical staff and activated off the PUP list.
Despite the ongoing contract dispute, Taylor remains a crucial player for the Colts as they look to bounce back from a disappointing 4-12-1 season. With the hiring of Shane Steichen as head coach and the potential for rookie quarterback Anthony Richardson to start, having Taylor in the backfield would provide a significant boost for the team.
However, it remains uncertain whether Taylor will be ready and willing to play in the season opener against the Jacksonville Jaguars on September 10.
Glad to see him back on the field and ready to show his worth for the upcoming season! #GoColts
Hope he’s fully recovered and that the contract dispute gets resolved soon. The Colts need him at his best! #ColtsNation