Harbaugh Leaves Door Open to Giants Trade for Jonathan Taylor

The New York Giants’ interest in Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor remains uncertain, with the league’s trade deadline approaching at 4 p.m. ET on November 10. Coach John Harbaugh acknowledged that trade discussions were happening and said the team had not closed off the possibility of a deal. A reported Giants offer of a second- and fifth-round pick had been withdrawn, a development Harbaugh did not dispute.

Taylor, 27, has gained 656 rushing yards and scored eight touchdowns in nine games. Indianapolis has moved other prominent players, but is expected to be selective about what it would accept for the running back.

New York’s 19-11 win over Philadelphia on November 8 left the Giants atop the NFC East at 5-2-1. Their backfield was short-handed, with Cam Skattebo sidelined by a hamstring injury and Tyrone Tracy Jr. on injured reserve. Devin Singletary had 31 yards on 21 carries. The Giants also faced uncertainty at quarterback: JJ McCarthy was evaluated for a hip injury, and Jameis Winston led the drive that produced their only touchdown.

Harbaugh said the team would not pay an excessive price for a temporary fix, adding that he does not view a single player as the missing piece. Any trade decision, he indicated, would be weighed with the team’s longer-term outlook in mind.