Colts' Jonathan Taylor shoots down back injury report as drama swirls around star running back

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Indianapolis Colts star Jonathan Taylor denied a report he complained of back issues during a pre-camp physical ahead of training camp as it appears the rift between the running back and ownership grew Sunday.

Taylor appeared to respond to the ESPN report which said the alleged injury "was not sustained while playing for Indianapolis." ESPN cited a league source in the article – a notion that Taylor also hit out at.

"1.) Never had a back pain," he posted on X, formerly known as Twitter. "2.) Never reported back pain. Not sure who ‘sources’ are, but find new ones."

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According to ESPN, the Colts are now considering putting Taylor on the non-football injury list which could mean the team would withhold his salary. The running back reportedly failed his physical because of a previous ankle injury and the alleged back injury.

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor watches practice at NFL team's football training camp in Westfield, Indiana, Saturday, July 29, 2023. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

The Colts were said to be unaware of the back issue until Taylor reported it last week, ESPN reported.

The alleged injury comes amid reported drama between Taylor and the Colts. The issue also stems from team owner Jim Irsay sounding off about the running backs market after New York Giants star Saquon Barkley signed his franchise tender and returned to camp to prepare for the 2023 season.

Taylor on Saturday reportedly requested a trade. He has been seeking a contract extension before his rookie deal expires at the end of this season. Amid the Barkley ordeal, Taylor had spoken in support of