Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor has emerged as one of the best in the NFL at his position. The Colts rising star appeared on the Pat McAfee show and was asked about how he fell so far down draft boards. Taylor responded to the question, including a strong message for any running back haters out there.

Colts star Jonathan Taylor is looking out for all running backs out there. Taylor wants the running back position, which has been devalued for the past few years, to get more respect. And what an ambassador for the position he is right now.

The Colts have won three straight games on the strength of Taylor, who leads the NFL with 1,122 rushing yards and 13 rushing scores. Not too shabby.

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Not only that, but Taylor has showed the versatility that he spoke of on the Pat McAfee show, as the second-year pro, who was dinged by scouts for his pass-catching ability, has excelled as a receiver, hauling in 32 catches for 322 receiving yards and two more touchdowns.

Taylor is a threat to score anytime he touches the ball but can also get those hard-earned, four yards up the middle. While he's been criticized for his pass protection skills during his time as a member of the Colts, that's a skill Taylor proved he can also excel at during his time at Wisconsin.

Running backs have taken a hit in the public eye with the NFL becoming a pass-heavy league. Well, Jonathan Taylor, who might be the best at the position in the NFL, wants everyone to know that running backs are actually really great.