In just 3 seasons, Jonathan Taylor has quickly become a household name. The Indianapolis Colts ’ Running Back has fast become one of the premier rushing threats in the entire league. However, such brilliance fast became the norm for Taylor, who set the record for New Jersey’s state rushing yards record at Salem High School.
He chose to join Wisconsin for his collegiate career where he was thoroughly dominant. Over his three seasons at the university, he finished in the top 10 of Heisman Trophy voting each year. Further, he also became the first player in the history of the NCAA to compile 6,000+ yards in his three years, finishing sixth on the all-time leaderboard. After a strong start that saw him win the Big Ten Freshman Of The Year Award, he moved over to higher heights. He was a Unanimous All-American selection in both his sophomore and junior seasons, while also winning the Doak Walker award both times. Due to his universally recognized greatness and standing as one of the best RBs at the collegiate level, Jonathan was also a 2-time winner of the Amece-Dayne Running Back of the Year Award.
Jonathan was selected as the 41st overall selection by the Indianapolis Colts in the 2020 NFL Draft. After initially being named a backup to Marlon Mack, a Week 1 injury to Mack led to a promotion for Taylor. He made the most of it, finishing the season with the 3rd most rushing yards in the entire league, leading to an All-Rookie team selection. However, it was his 2nd year in the association that the youngster broke through. After leading the league in both rushing yards and touchdowns, Jonathan became the most popular fan vote to the Pro Bowl, earning his first career Pro Bowl selection while also being unanimously selected to First-Team All-Pro. He earned the Bert Bell Award while finishing second on the Offensive Player of the Year after tying the NFL record for most consecutive games with 100-plus yards and at least one rushing touchdown with 8. Injuries forced Taylor to miss a long stretch of action during the 2022 season, as he finished with just 11 played games.
Jonathan Taylor’s Age
As of August 2023, Jonathan Taylor is 24 years old and was born on January 19, 1999, in Salem, New Jersey.
This age puts him right around the beginning of his prime as a rushing threat in the NFL. A notoriously dangerous position to participate in, the risk for injuries is higher for the Running Back position. As a result, Taylor’s short build might provide a disadvantage for him as his career progresses. So far, he’s made use of the prodigal talents that he’s displayed since the high school level and broken out as one of the premier running backs in the game.
As injuries affected a majority of his 2022 season, can he find his footing in the upcoming season?
FAQs
A. Still on his rookie contract, Jonathan Taylor earns a touch under $2 million on the back of the 4-year, $7.8 million contract he signed with the Indianapolis Colts.
A. A track and field athlete, Jonathan Taylor recorded a personal best time of 10.49 seconds in a 100-meter dash. He also was a two-time state champion.
A. Despite finishing in the top 10 twice, Jonathan Taylor never won the Heisman Trophy.
A. As of August 2023, Jonathan Taylor is 24 years old.
A. Like Stephen Curry before him, Jonathan Taylor is a trailblazer, becoming the only Running Back to wear Under Armour cleats.
