Jonathan Taylor named AFC offensive player of the month for first time since 2021

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor has been named the AFC Offensive Player of the Month for October. During this period, Taylor accumulated 436 rushing yards and nine touchdowns across four games. Additionally, he caught 12 passes for 93 yards and a touchdown, contributing to the Colts' 4-0 record for the month. This marks Taylor's third time receiving the Offensive Player of the Month award, with his last recognition in 2021. He scored three touchdowns in three of the four games and achieved at least 132 yards from scrimmage in three victories. As of Week 9, Taylor leads the NFL with 850 rushing yards, 12 rushing touchdowns, 1,056 yards from scrimmage, and 14 total touchdowns, averaging 5.9 yards per carry. His performance positions him as a strong candidate for the Offensive Player of the Year and potentially the MVP award if his form continues.