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Jonathan Taylor 2026 NFL Season Preview
Jonathan Taylor enters the 2026 season as the unquestioned engine of the Colts’ offense after signing a two-year extension that keeps him in Indianapolis through 2028. From a betting perspective, his long-term commitment removes any contract uncertainty and reinforces his role as one of the NFL’s premier workhorse backs. Taylor led the league with 18 rushing touchdowns and 323 carries last season, proving he remains a volume machine.
The return of quarterback Daniel Jones should create more running lanes after Taylor’s production dipped once Jones was sidelined with an Achilles injury. With the offense expected to improve, Taylor is positioned for another elite campaign while continuing his pursuit of Edgerrin James’ franchise rushing record, making him a compelling option in season-long player markets.
Jonathan Taylor Personal information:
Position: Running Back
Birthplace: Salem, NJ
Height / Weight: 5-10, 226 lbs
Age: 27
School: Wisconsin
Draft Info: 2020: Rd 2, Pk 41 (IND)
Experience: 7 years
2025-26 Jonathan Taylor NFL Rushing & Receiving Statistics
| Game | CAR | YDS | AVG | LNG | TD | YDS/G |
| 17 | 323 | 1585 | 4.9 | 83 | 18 | 93.2 |
| Rushing | ||||||||
| Date | Opp | Score | Att | Yds | Avg | Lng | TD | Fum |
| Jan 4 | @HOU | L 38-30 |
14 | 26 | 1.9 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| Dec 28 | vs JAC | L 23-17 |
21 | 70 | 3.3 | 10 | 1 | 0 |
| Dec 22 | vs SF | L 48-27 |
16 | 46 | 2.9 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| Dec 14 | @SEA | L 18-16 |
25 | 87 | 3.5 | 11 | 0 | 0 |
| Dec 7 | @JAC | L 36-19 |
21 | 74 | 3.5 | 14 | 1 | 1 |
| Nov 30 | vs HOU | L 20-16 |
21 | 85 | 4.0 | 12 | 0 | 0 |
| Nov 23 | @KC | L 23-20 |
16 | 58 | 3.6 | 27 | 0 | 0 |
| Nov 9 | vs ATL | W 31-25 |
32 | 244 | 7.6 | 83 | 3 | 0 |
| Nov 2 | @PIT | L 27-20 |
14 | 45 | 3.2 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
| Oct 26 | vs TEN | W 38-14 |
12 | 153 | 12.8 | 80 | 2 | 0 |
| Oct 19 | @LAC | W 38-24 |
16 | 94 | 5.9 | 23 | 3 | 0 |
| Oct 12 | vs ARI | W 31-27 |
21 | 123 | 5.9 | 30 | 1 | 0 |
| Oct 5 | vs LV | W 40-6 |
17 | 66 | 3.9 | 16 | 3 | 0 |
| Sep 28 | @LAR | L 27-20 |
17 | 76 | 4.5 | 12 | 0 | 0 |
| Sep 21 | @TEN | W 41-20 |
17 | 102 | 6.0 | 46 | 3 | 0 |
| Sep 14 | vs DEN | W 29-28 |
25 | 165 | 6.6 | 68 | 0 | 0 |
| Sep 7 | vs MIA | W 33-8 |
18 | 71 | 3.9 | 15 | 0 | 0 |
| Game | REC | TG | YDS | AVG | LNG | TD |
| 17 | 46 | 55 | 378 | 8.2 | 43 | 2 |
| Receiving | |||||||
| Date | Opp | Score | Rec | Yds | Lng | TD | Fum |
| Jan 4 | @HOU | L 38-30 |
2 | 13 | 11 | 0 | 0 |
| Dec 28 | vs JAC | L 23-17 |
3 | 14 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| Dec 22 | vs SF | L 48-27 |
3 | 33 | 19 | 0 | 0 |
| Dec 14 | @SEA | L 18-16 |
3 | 14 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| Dec 7 | @JAC | L 36-19 |
0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Nov 30 | vs HOU | L 20-16 |
3 | 36 | 33 | 0 | 0 |
| Nov 23 | @KC | L 23-20 |
2 | 8 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| Nov 9 | vs ATL | W 31-25 |
3 | 42 | 24 | 0 | 1 |
| Nov 2 | @PIT | L 27-20 |
2 | 12 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| Oct 26 | vs TEN | W 38-14 |
2 | 21 | 19 | 1 | 0 |
| Oct 19 | @LAC | W 38-24 |
3 | 38 | 19 | 0 | 0 |
| Oct 12 | vs ARI | W 31-27 |
4 | 14 | 13 | 0 | 0 |
| Oct 5 | vs LV | W 40-6 |
3 | 20 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| Sep 28 | @LAR | L 27-20 |
5 | 20 | 10 | 0 | 0 |
| Sep 21 | @TEN | W 41-20 |
3 | 16 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| Sep 14 | vs DEN | W 29-28 |
2 | 50 | 43 | 1 | 0 |
| Sep 7 | vs MIA | W 33-8 |
3 | 27 | 16 | 0 | 0 |
2026-27 Jonathan Taylor NFL Season Props
Regular Season MVP
Jonathan Taylor +20000
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Offensive Player of the Year
Jonathan Taylor +2200
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Regular Season Total Rushing Yards
Over 1249½ yards -115
Under 1249½ yards -115
Ashton Jeanty Regular Season Rushing TD’s
Over 11½ -120
Under 11½ -110
Regular Season Most Rushing Yards
Jonathan Taylor +600
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Regular Season Most Rushing Touchdowns
Jonathan Taylor +600
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- NFL Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
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Favorite bets on Jonathan Taylor
Jonathan Taylor is well-positioned to finish Over 1,249.5 rushing yards in 2026. Fresh off an NFL-leading workload, he remains the centerpiece of Indianapolis’ offense and consistently produces explosive runs. A healthy Daniel Jones should prevent defenses from stacking the box, creating more opportunities for Taylor to thrive. Backed by a lucrative contract extension, expect the Colts to lean heavily on their star running back, making the Over a strong season-long betting option.
Free Pick: Total Rushing Yards – Over 1249½ (-115)
- NFL Odds According to Bovada as of August, 2026
