Colts 'wanted sky and moon' for Jonathan Taylor, per reports. Packers also interested
While the Miami Dolphins were getting the spotlight in the Jonathan Taylor sweepstakes, they weren't the only team interested in acquiring the All-Pro running back from the Colts. According to ESPN's Stephen Holder, the Green Bay Packers were in talks with the Colts and had "legitimate interest in trading for the star running back. " Holder did not specify what Green Bay offered Indianapolis.
Doyel:Colts don't trade Jonathan Taylor, so we're stuck in nightmare of his creation Ultimately, the Colts decided to keep Taylor, who will miss the first four games of the season on the physically unable to perform list. Last week, Taylor was given until Tuesday to find a suitable trade partner. Holder noted in his report that there is still trade interest in Taylor.
The deadline to make a trade is Oct. 31. Miami discussed several trade possibilities with Indianapolis, according to Holder and the Miami Herald's Barry Jackson.
Jackson reported, "Indy wanted sky and moon. " The deals included sending players and draft picks to Indianapolis. .