The Indianapolis Colts will host the Miami Dolphins in Week 1. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding RB Jonathan Taylor.
Is Jonathan Taylor Playing in Week 1?
Taylor is not listed on the injury report this week, so barring any setbacks, he will play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Colts’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit Jonathan Taylor in Week 1?
The Dolphins very quietly possessed the fourth-best red zone defense in 2024, but this is a vulnerable unit facing an offense with a singular focus.
The Colts brought in Daniel Jones this offseason and, at least in my opinion, that was more a red flag for the incumbent Anthony Richardson than a vote of confidence for the former Giant. Whoever you think is the better option for this offense long-term, the plan until that becomes obvious is to ride Jonathan Taylor and simply hope the wheels don’t fall off.
I suspect there will be a point in the proceedings where we question how much Taylor can handle. He’s missed at least three games in three straight seasons and averaged 22.9 touches per game a season ago. Those concerns are plenty valid. I’m a glass-half-full type that sees a later bye week (Week 11) with San Francisco and Jacksonville matchups during the fantasy postseason, but whatever, we can address that debate as the time nears.
For now, there’s zero reason to worry. Taylor is on the short list of backs that you can expect 20 touches from this week, and that’ll continue to be the case as long as we project Indianapolis to stay competitive.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Week 1 Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em article.
Jonathan Taylor’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 1
Taylor is projected to score 16.2 points in PPR formats. This includes 84.6 rushing yards, 0.7 rushing touchdowns, 1.9 receptions for 13.9 receiving yards, and 0.1 receiving touchdowns.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 1 Weather Impact: Indianapolis Colts vs Miami Dolphins
Since the Indianapolis Colts play in a dome, there is no weather impact for this Week 1 matchup. Temperatures will be a comfortable 72 degrees Fahrenheit with no wind.
