"Colts Owner Jim Irsay Denies Trade Request from RB Jonathan Taylor"

Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay has stated that the team will not trade running back Jonathan Taylor, in response to Taylor's request for a trade. Irsay's position has caused controversy, as he refuses to give Taylor a long-term contract or trade him to another team. There is speculation that Irsay's stance may be a tactic to drive up Taylor's trade value. Colts General Manager Chris Ballard will now have to manage the situation and clean up the mess created by Irsay's position.