Prediction: Under Jonathan Taylor: O/U 19.5 receiving yards Nonetheless, they will likely be more than happy to give the team opportunities elsewhere, which in turn would limit Taylor’s touches. The Patriots successfully limiting Taylor would not be a surprise - they have proven their ability to do take away an opponent’s top offensive weapon time and again, even though Indianapolis’ RB1 is a different beast. While there are obviously other factors contributing to a team’s wins and losses, stopping him will still be key for the New England defense and it will likely invest extra resources in getting the job done. When Taylor crosses the 100-yard mark this season, the Colts are 7-0. Will the Patriots be able to slow him down, though? Using our crystal ball as well as numbers provided by DraftKings Sportsbook let’s try to find out. He’s been able to deliver for them with his speed and running ability.” It’s hard for teams to count on that in the running game. He’s really been effective when he’s been able to get through the line of scrimmage and break a 60 or 70-yard run. He’s got total yards from scrimmage,” head coach Bill Belichick said this week. Needless to say, the Patriots will have their hands full. In total, Taylor has gained 1,648 yards from scrimmage - the highest such number in the NFL.

He also is a serious threat as a pass catcher: he is ranked second on the team with 36 receptions, gaining 336 yards and finding the end zone twice. Taylor currently leads all running backs with 1,348 rushing yards, 5.6 yards per carry, and 16 touchdowns. Three weeks after giving up 270 yards to the Tennessee Titans, the New England Patriots run defense will face another daunting challenge: the Indianapolis Colts’ highly productive rushing offense, led by second-year back Jonathan Taylor.

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