Jonathan Taylor along with Nyheim Hines will not be contesting in Week 6 action for the Indianapolis Colts vs Jacksonville Jaguars. The former has been struggling with an ankle injury for the same quite some time, and despite the early optimism shown by the coaches, management and fanbase, Taylor would not be returning for this week’s action.
Safe to say, Jonathan Taylor has the potential to become one of the greatest running back this league has ever seen. But 2022, hasn’t been the kindest for him as injuries seem to have haunted him for long.
Having kicked off the 2022-23 season with an emphatic performance, Jonathan Taylor registered 161 rushing yards effort to go along with a TouchDown. However, after which he hasn’t been able to have 100 rushing yards in any of the games for Indianapolis Colts, this season.
How will the Indianapolis Colts manage without Jonathan Taylor in Week 6?
Apart from Jonathan Taylor, even Hines’ absence will mean that Quarterback Matt Ryan could be exposed in front of Jaguars defense, who is known to pressurize the QB in committing to throw the ball early.
Moreover, with Jonathan Taylor out, Deon Jackson will be expected to replace him against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 6. Given that Jackson looked sharp in Week 5 for the team ranked 6th in rushing yards. Having secured some unpredictable wins in the 2022-23 season, this could be a golden chance for the Colts to make heatwaves in this season. With a record of 2-2-1 entering this matchup, Colts know the importance of building upon their winning momentum.
On the other hand, Jacksonville Jaguars have lost 3 out of their previous 5 games in the 2022-23 season. Having to give themselves a legit chance of making it into the playoffs, will the Colts be able to register another win without Jonathan Taylor? Will be an interesting story to witness unraveling.
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