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Colts' Big Three Face Contract Crossroads | Indianapolis Colts News
The Indianapolis Colts face a high-stakes cap crunch as three cornerstone players—Quenton Nelson, Jonathan Taylor, and DeForest Buckner—hit the final year of their contracts in 2026, carrying a combined $66M hit. Nelson, a six-time All-Pro guard, could command $27.5M–$29M/year, setting a new guard benchmark. Taylor, fresh off a 1500-yard, 20-touchdown season, wants to stay for life and may seek $18M–$20M/year amid a booming RB market. Buckner’s $23M salary and recent neck surgery add health uncertainty; his return could justify a similar deal, but lingering issues might lower his value. The…
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