The NFL market never stops. CBS Sports’ Garrett Podell recently wrote about football stars who could force a trade this offseason or into the 2026 regular season, and Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor landed on the list.

Taylor is entering the final year of his three-year extension, is projected to make $13 million this season, and is only 27 years old. The projection suggests Indianapolis would receive a third-round pick in return, reflecting the running back market’s depressed trade values and the reality that Taylor would demand a new contract from his next team. So, let’s discuss five realistic landing spots.

Pittsburgh Steelers

Podell mentioned the Steelers as the most likely destination, and it makes some sense. Pittsburgh has some options at running back with Jaylen Warren and Rico Dowdle, but Jonathan Taylor is a different caliber of player. He’s a true bell cow who can carry the load, and adding him would give coach Mike McCarthy’s offense a much stronger rushing attack alongside quarterback Aaron Rodgers in what could be his final NFL season.

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Green Bay Packers

The Packers have Josh Jacobs, but he has only two years remaining on his deal with nothing guaranteed. Jacobs also had an arrest issue earlier this offseason, which adds uncertainty, and is a year older. Behind him, the depth is thin. MarShawn Lloyd has dealt with significant injuries throughout his career, and Green Bay allowed Emanuel Wilson to leave in free agency. Taylor would give the Packers both an immediate upgrade in the backfield and a longer-term answer at the position. The Packers tried to trade for Taylor back in 2023.

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Seattle Seahawks

Seattle lost Kenneth Walker in free agency to the Kansas City Chiefs, and Zach Charbonnet is still recovering from an ACL injury. The Seahawks addressed the position by drafting Jadarian Price in the first round, but Taylor would provide a proven, high-impact weapon without the cost associated with adding a top wide receiver. For an offense looking to establish balance, the fit is logical.

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Denver Broncos

Head coach Sean Payton has never shied away from investing in the running game. Denver doesn’t have an obvious answer at the position right now. RJ Harvey was drafted last year, and J.K. Dobbins had a fine 2025 season but carries a lengthy injury history. The Broncos had a roster ready to compete for a Super Bowl last season before quarterback Bo Nix got hurt in the playoffs. A player of Taylor’s caliber could elevate the offense significantly as Denver tries to take the next step.

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Washington Commanders

This is a team without a clear solution at running back. Washington signed Rachaad White in free agency and also has Jacory Croskey-Merritt, a seventh-round pick from last year, along with Jerome Ford. Taylor would be a substantial upgrade over all of them. The Commanders need offensive weapons around quarterback Jayden Daniels, and maximizing Daniels’ rookie contract window with a proven rusher would be a smart investment. Even at 27, Taylor should have at least two or three productive seasons remaining, enough to make a real difference for Washington’s offense.