New York Giants Urged To Offer First-Round Pick For Jonathan Taylor After Eagles Win

Jonathan Taylor has become a major trade target for the New York Giants© X/@nypost

The New York Giants had another reason to feel good about their playoff chances after taking down the Philadelphia Eagles, but their success could come with a difficult decision before the trade deadline. With a 19-11 win behind them, attention quickly shifted to whether the team should make a bigger investment in its offense. Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor remained on their radar, and one NFL insider believed New York had reached the point where holding back a first-round pick might cost them a valuable opportunity.

New York Giants face big decision on Jonathan Taylor trade

The Giants had tried to bring Taylor to New York with a proposal involving second- and fifth-round picks.

FOX Sports insider Jay Glazer reported that the team withdrew the offer after the Indianapolis Colts refused to accept it. The Giants were reportedly unwilling to meet Indianapolis' asking price at the time.

That position could change with their victory. SNY's Connor Hughes argued that New York should stop trying to negotiate around the Colts' demands and put its 2027 first-round pick on the table.

"I think we're getting to the point here where the Giants should offer that first. They should do whatever they can to get Jonathan Taylor, because this is a team right now that for whatever reason, just finds ways to win football games," Hughes said.

Hughes also said acquiring the running back could help New York establish itself as the clear leader in the NFC East.

John Harbaugh leaves door open for Jonathan Taylor deal

Head coach John Harbaugh offered a different perspective after the Philadelphia Eagles' victory.

He did not confirm any new offer, he acknowledged that the reported discussions with Indianapolis were real.

"I'm not saying that report's not true. Those conversations are taking place," Harbaugh said.

He added that the Giants were not ruling out a Cam Skattebo missed the Eagles game with a hamstring injury, while Tyrone Tracy Jr. remained on injured reserve with the same issue. Devin Singletary led the backfield but managed just 31 rushing yards on 21 carries.

Taylor had recorded 610 rushing yards and eight touchdowns through eight games, along with 202 receiving yards. The Colts were 2-7 and had already traded away several key players.

Harbaugh did not want to sacrifice the team's future for a short-term fix."I'm not just going to go for a short-term fix at exorbitant cost. That's not where we're at," he said.