Indianapolis Colts: 5 RB options to replace Jonathan Taylor

The Indianapolis Colts and Jonathan Taylor are at a stalemate, which leaves a huge question about the backfield in 2023. Here are the five running back options that the team will likely consider ahead of Week 1 of the regular season.

By Derek Hryn | Aug 26, 2023

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Kareem Hunt

Currently a free agent, Kareem Hunt would offer the Colts a capable veteran out of the gate. Hunt has been a productive starter for both the Chiefs and Browns, showing he can handle a primary role.
Hunt has averaged 4.3 yards per carry and caught 154 passes over his career. At 27 years old, he still has some quality fuel in the tank.

The cons are that Hunt will likely seek a lucrative contract after playing on cheap deals in Cleveland, (hence why he’s still waiting patiently on the free agent seat). While he doesn't offer the top-shelf explosiveness of Taylor, Hunt would provide stability and experience that the Colts backfield is missing.

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