History of Jonathan Taylor (American football) in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: October 19, 2025

Jonathan Taylor is a prominent American football running back currently playing for the Indianapolis Colts in the NFL. Before turning pro, Taylor had a record-setting high school career in New Jersey and a stellar college career with the Wisconsin Badgers. In college, he rushed for over 6,000 yards in three years, making him the first FBS player to achieve this milestone. Taylor is regarded as one of the top running backs in the NFL, known for his speed, power, and vision.

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2021: Bert Bell Award Winner

In 2021, Jonathan Taylor was announced as the winner of the 2021 Bert Bell Award by the Maxwell Football Club and was the runner-up for AP Offensive Player of the Year.

2021: Selected to the 2021 Pro Bowl

Jonathan Taylor was selected to the 2021 Pro Bowl.

December 20, 2022: Placed on injured reserve

On December 20, 2022, Jonathan Taylor was placed on injured reserve after suffering a high ankle sprain, ending his season.

2022: Ranked in NFL Top 100 Players of 2022

In 2022, Jonathan Taylor was ranked fifth by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2022.

August 29, 2023: Placed on physically unable to perform list

On August 29, 2023, Jonathan Taylor was placed on the physically unable to perform list and requested a trade from the Colts after a meeting with Colts owner Jim Irsay due to a contract standoff.

October 7, 2023: Activated and Signed Extension with the Colts

On October 7, 2023, Jonathan Taylor was activated and signed a three-year, $42 million extension with the Colts.

2024: Finished the 2024 season with impressive stats

In the 2024 season, Jonathan Taylor finished with 303 carries for 1,431 rushing yards and 11 rushing touchdowns, along with 18 receptions for 136 receiving yards and one receiving touchdown.

2025: Earned AFC Offensive Player of the Week Twice Consecutively

In 2025, Jonathan Taylor earned AFC Offensive Player of the Week for the second consecutive week after a 100-yard rushing game against the Tennessee Titans, where he ran for 102 yards and scored three rushing touchdowns.