In the lead-up to Week 9, Fantasy football enthusiasts are keeping a close eye on Jonathan Taylor as he prepares for a crucial matchup against the Dallas Cowboys. The stakes are high, as speculation swirls around a potential trade before the deadline. Taylor's performance could serve as a significant farewell in Indianapolis if he remains with the team.

The Cowboys, currently ranked No. 6 in Fantasy points allowed to running backs, recently witnessed Tyler Allgeier exploit their defense for an impressive 36.1 PPR points. Historically, nine running backs have managed to score at least 11.7 PPR points against Dallas, putting Taylor in a favorable position to have one of his standout games this season.

Despite a disappointing outing in Week 8, where he logged just 62 percent of the snaps in a 42-7 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars and scored a mere 6.7 PPR points, Taylor had previously demonstrated his potential by scoring at least 19 PPR points in three of the four games before that.

The Colts are in a tough spot; they aim to secure a victory while also managing the risk of injury to Taylor ahead of the trade deadline. With a first-round pick already traded to the Jets, the Colts can't afford to tank.

Although the trade rumors have pushed Taylor out of the top 10 rankings this week, if he plays as expected, he's a strong candidate to start in Fantasy lineups. Fans and managers alike hope to see Taylor deliver a memorable performance in front of his home crowd, potentially solidifying his legacy with the team.