Last-minute trade for star RB makes perfect sense for Patriots

The New England Patriots should aggressively pursue a last-minute trade for Indianapolis Colts star running back Jonathan Taylor before the deadline arrives, to address an offensive backfield that needs an elite playmaker to help the team’s pursuit of a Super Bowl. Rhamondre Stevenson’s knee injury further complicates New England’s situation at the present. The veteran running back is expected to miss some time after going down with the injury in Sunday's game against the Green Bay Packers. Meanwhile, TreVeyon Henderson has dealt with injuries this season and is currently sidelined with a mysterious illness. With questions surrounding both backs, acquiring an established playmaker and former NFL rushing yards leader should be a priority for New England. Taylor would provide an immediate solution. Through nine games played this season, he has recorded 656 rushing yards and eight rushing touchdowns, along with 220 receiving yards. His versatility makes him a valuable weapon in any offensive system, the Patriots ’ included. Bringing Taylor to New England would give Drake Maye another dynamic offensive weapon, take pressure off of the team’s passing game and provide the Patriots with an elite ball-carrier in their offensive backfield. A dependable running game behind Taylor would become especially important in the postseason. Making a move for Taylor might be the team's best shot at a championship run. Follow Patriots Wire on Twitter and Facebook .