Diva, Diva, Diva: Jonathan Taylor Demands the Spotlight in Indy

Taylor Confronts the Coaching Staff: “Give Me the Rock.”

According to team insiders, Taylor has spent the last two weeks in heated discussions with the coaching staff about his workload. Despite the Colts sitting at a strong 6–2, Taylor has been vocal—borderline explosive—about wanting more touches, more carries, and more spotlight.

He reportedly told coaches that he’s “done being a decoy” and wants to be the “engine of the offense.” To Taylor’s credit, he’s been ridiculously efficient this year, ripping off chunk gains and sitting at an impressive 7.0+ yards per carry. When he touches the ball, the Colts move the chains. Period.

But the Colts coaching staff has pushed back with a clear message:
The limited touches weren’t a slight—they were strategic.

The Colts’ Explanation: Preserve the Star for the Stretch Run

Behind closed doors, the Colts coaching staff explained that the first half of the season was intentionally designed to keep Taylor fresh, healthy, and explosive for the second half and a potential playoff push. The plan was always to lighten his early workload to avoid burning him out—especially given the league’s punishing physicality and Taylor’s history with nagging injuries in past seasons.

The Colts have leaned on committee backfields early before, but this year they wanted to preserve every ounce of burst in their star runner. And it worked—Taylor looks twitchier, faster, and stronger than he has in years.

But try telling a superstar running back he’s only being limited for his own good.
That explanation went about as well as expected.

Fans: “How Is He Complaining? We’re 6–2!”

Across the league, fans are baffled at the drama, with many pointing out the same thing:

“Why is Taylor complaining about touches when his team is winning?”

The Colts are one of the AFC’s most consistent and balanced teams this season. They don’t force the passing game, they don’t abandon the run, and they don’t rely on chaos plays. They’ve built a formula that works—spread the touches, pace the offense, and lean on the defense when needed.

But to Taylor, winning isn’t enough.
Not without him being the featured reason they’re winning.

And that’s what makes this such a classic diva storyline:
High performance + high ego + a taste of stardom = sideline fireworks.

Taylor the Diva? It’s Rare… but Not Surprising

Running backs don’t usually grab diva headlines—they’re often the grinders, the workhorses, the “do-your-job” types.

But Taylor’s talent level changes the equation.
He’s not just “a running back.” He’s the running back—one of the most dynamic players in the entire Premier Madden League.

He knows it.
The league knows it.
And the Colts coaching staff definitely knows it.

So while the “diva” label might sound exaggerated, it’s becoming more accurate each week he voices his frustration.

Second-Half Promise: The Colts Are Ready to Feed Him

To keep the peace—and to unlock their offense’s full potential—the Colts have committed to ramping up Taylor’s workload in the second half of the season. The idea is simple:

Taylor is fresh. Taylor is hungry. Taylor is explosive.
So… feed him. And keep feeding him.

The staff believes that with rested legs and mid-season momentum, Taylor can dominate defenses down the stretch in a way few backs can. If he maintains his elite 7+ yards per carry, the Colts could shift from balanced to downright suffocating offensively.

There’s even quiet optimism that Taylor could push for a late-season rushing title if they stick to the plan.

Final Word: Diva or Not, the Colts Need Him

Is Jonathan Taylor acting like a diva?
Absolutely.

Is it entirely unjustified?
Not really.

Elite players want elite workloads.
Winners want to contribute to wins.
Stars want the ball in their hands when the season is on the line.

The Colts may be 6–2, but the message is clear:
If they want to go from playoff team to legitimate championship threat, they’ll need Jonathan Taylor unleashed—not just utilized.

And now, heading into the season’s second half, the Colts appear ready to do just that.

Get ready.
The Jonathan Taylor Show is just beginning.