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Tyrod Taylor
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Taylor with the Cleveland Browns in 2018
No. 2 – New York Jets
Position: Quarterback
Personal information
Born: (1989-08-03) August 3, 1989 (age 35)
Hampton, Virginia, U.S.
Height: 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
Weight: 217 lb (98 kg)
Career information
High school: Hampton
College: Virginia Tech (2007–2010)
NFL Draft: 2011 / Round: 6 / Pick: 180
Career history
Roster status: Active
Career highlights and awards
  • Super Bowl champion (XLVII)
  • Pro Bowl (2015)
  • ACC Player of the Year (2010)
  • ACC Offensive Player of the Year (2010)
  • First-team All-ACC (2010)
  • Dudley Award (2010)
Career NFL statistics as of Week 18, 2024
Passing attempts: 1,752
Passing completions: 1,085
Completion percentage: 61.9%
TDINT: 68–29
Passing yards: 12,254
Passer rating: 88.9
Rushing yards: 2,281
Rushing touchdowns: 19
Player stats at PFR

Tyrod Diallo Taylor (born August 3, 1989) is an American professional football player. He is a quarterback for the New York Jets in the National Football League (NFL).

Tyrod played college football for the Virginia Tech Hokies. The Baltimore Ravens chose him in the sixth round of the 2011 NFL draft. With the Ravens, he was a backup quarterback. He helped the team win Super Bowl XLVII.

In 2015, Taylor joined the Buffalo Bills. He became their starting quarterback and was even chosen for the Pro Bowl in 2016. In 2017, he helped the Bills reach the playoffs for the first time in 17 years. After that, he played for the Cleveland Browns, Los Angeles Chargers, Houston Texans, and New York Giants. He often started games but sometimes got injured.

Early Life and High School Football

Tyrod Taylor grew up in Hampton, Virginia. He went to Hampton High School. There, he was a talented athlete who played three sports: football, basketball, and track.

In football, Tyrod was the team's quarterback. He also returned kicks and played safety. During his four years as a starter, his team had an amazing record of 34 wins and only 4 losses. He gained a total of 7,690 yards and scored 100 touchdowns. He threw for 5,144 yards and 44 touchdowns. He also ran for 2,546 yards and 56 touchdowns.

When Tyrod graduated in 2007, he was considered one of the best dual-threat quarterbacks in the country. He could both pass and run very well. He chose to attend Virginia Tech for college.

College Football Career

Tyrod Taylor played college football for the Virginia Tech Hokies. He had a great career there, showing his skills as a quarterback.

Freshman Year: Sharing the Field

In his first year (2007), Tyrod shared playing time with another quarterback, Sean Glennon. His first college game was against the LSU Tigers. He threw for 62 yards and ran for 44 yards, scoring his first college touchdown. After this game, his coach named him the starter.

Tyrod helped Virginia Tech win against Florida State for the first time in 20 years. He ran for 92 yards and a touchdown, and passed for 204 yards and two touchdowns. Later that season, he got an ankle injury and missed some games. He finished his freshman year with 1,356 total yards and 11 touchdowns.

Sophomore Year: Orange Bowl Champion

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Taylor in 2008

In 2008, Tyrod was supposed to take a year off from playing. But after Virginia Tech lost a game, he was needed back on the field. He started playing again and even rushed for 112 yards in one game.

He got another ankle injury during the season but came back strong. He led the Hokies to win the ACC Championship Game. He was named the MVP (Most Valuable Player) of that game. On January 1, 2009, he led his team to a 20–7 victory in the 2009 Orange Bowl.

Junior Year: Climbing the Ranks

In 2009, Tyrod led the Hokies to a strong 9–3 record in the regular season. They finished second in their division. They then won the 2009 Chick-fil-A Bowl against the Tennessee Volunteers with a score of 37–14.

Virginia Tech ended the season with a 10–3 record. They were ranked 10th in the country. Tyrod finished this season with 2,311 passing yards, 13 touchdowns, and five interceptions.

Senior Year: ACC Player of the Year

Tyrod Taylor scrambles vs Boise State
Taylor scrambling against Boise State

Tyrod's senior season in 2010 started with two tough losses. But he then led the Hokies to an amazing comeback, winning 11 games in a row. They became the first team in 10 years to finish their conference games undefeated (8–0).

They won the 2010 ACC Championship Game against Florida State. Tyrod was named the ACC Player of the Year and the ACC Championship Game MVP. He finished his final college season with 2,743 passing yards, 24 touchdowns, and five interceptions.

College Statistics Overview

Tyrod's college career showed his growth as a quarterback. He improved his passing yards and touchdowns each year. He was also a strong runner, adding many rushing yards and touchdowns.

Virginia Tech Hokies
Season Games Passing Rushing
GP GS Cmp Att Yds TD Int Pct Rtg Att Yds Avg TD
2007 11 5 72 134 927 5 3 53.7 119.7 102 429 4.2 6
2008 12 10 99 173 1,036 2 7 57.2 103.2 147 738 5.0 7
2009 13 13 136 243 2,311 13 5 56.0 149.4 106 370 3.5 5
2010 14 14 188 315 2,743 24 5 59.7 154.8 146 659 4.5 5
Career 50 42 495 865 7,017 44 20 57.2 137.5 501 2,196 4.4 23

Professional Football Career

Tyrod Taylor was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in 2011. He was the 11th quarterback picked that year. Many teams thought he might play wide receiver, but the Ravens kept him as a quarterback.

Baltimore Ravens: Super Bowl Winner

Tyrod played his first regular season game in December 2011. He mostly served as the backup quarterback for Joe Flacco. In 2012, he scored his first career touchdown.

He was part of the Ravens team that won Super Bowl XLVII in 2013. This was a huge achievement early in his career. He continued to be the backup quarterback for the Ravens until 2014.

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Taylor in 2014

Buffalo Bills: Becoming a Starter

In 2015, Tyrod signed with the Buffalo Bills. He won the starting quarterback job before the season began. In his first game, he led the Bills to a 27–14 win. He had a great game against the Miami Dolphins, throwing three touchdowns with no interceptions.

He also made history by becoming one of only five NFL quarterbacks to throw for 100 yards, run for 70 yards, and catch a pass in one game. His jersey from that game was sent to the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Tyrod set a Bills record for most consecutive passes without an interception. He also set a Bills record for most rushing yards by a quarterback in a season. He finished the 2015 season with over 3,000 passing yards and 20 touchdowns. He was selected for the 2016 Pro Bowl.

Tyrod Taylor against the Texans
Taylor in 2015
Tyrod Taylor 2016
Taylor in 2016

In 2016, Tyrod signed a new contract with the Bills. He continued to be their starting quarterback. He had another strong season, throwing for over 3,000 yards and 17 touchdowns. He also rushed for 580 yards and six touchdowns.

In 2017, Tyrod helped the Bills reach the playoffs for the first time since 1999. This was a big moment for the team and their fans. He led several important comebacks during the season. However, he suffered a concussion in the playoff game against the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Cleveland Browns: A New Start

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Taylor in the 2018 preseason

In 2018, Tyrod was traded to the Cleveland Browns. The Browns had drafted Baker Mayfield as their new quarterback, but they named Tyrod the starter for the season.

In Week 1, Tyrod helped the Browns end a 17-game losing streak, though the game ended in a tie. In Week 3, he got injured, and Baker Mayfield took over as quarterback. Tyrod played only one more game that season.

Los Angeles Chargers: Injury Strikes Again

In 2019, Tyrod signed with the Los Angeles Chargers. He was mainly a backup quarterback. In 2020, he was named the starting quarterback.

However, before the second game, he suffered a rib injury. It was later found that the team doctor accidentally punctured his lung while giving him a painkiller shot. This injury caused him to miss time, and rookie Justin Herbert took over as the starter.

Houston Texans: More Challenges

In 2021, Tyrod signed with the Houston Texans. He started the first game and led the team to a win. But in the next game, he suffered a hamstring injury. This led to rookie Davis Mills taking over as quarterback.

Tyrod returned later in the season, but he was benched in Week 13. Mills then became the starter for the rest of the season.

New York Giants: Back to the Big Apple

In 2022, Tyrod signed with the New York Giants. He made his debut in Week 4, replacing an injured Daniel Jones. However, Tyrod suffered a concussion in that game. This was his fourth concussion in five years.

In 2023, Tyrod again stepped in when Daniel Jones was injured. He led the Giants to a narrow loss against his former team, the Bills. He also made history by becoming the first black quarterback to win a game for the Giants since 1925. He suffered another rib injury later in the season.

New York Jets: Latest Team

In March 2024, Tyrod signed a two-year deal with the New York Jets. He played in two games, mostly in situations where the game was already decided. He threw a touchdown pass in his first drive with the Jets.

NFL Career Statistics Overview

Tyrod Taylor has had a long career in the NFL. He is known for his ability to run with the ball and his low number of turnovers (interceptions). He has played for several teams and has been a valuable player, whether as a starter or a backup.

Regular Season Statistics

Legend
Won the Super Bowl
Led the league
Bold Career high
Year Team Games Passing Rushing Sacks Fumbles
GP GS Record Cmp Att Pct Yds Y/A Lng TD Int Rtg Att Yds Avg Lng TD Sck SckY Fum Lost
2011 BAL 3 0 1 1 100.0 18 18.0 18 0 0 118.7 1 2 2.0 2 0 2 3 0 0
2012 BAL 7 0 17 29 58.6 179 6.2 25 0 1 62.3 14 73 5.2 28 1 3 30 0 0
2013 BAL 3 0 1 5 20.0 2 0.4 2 0 1 0.0 8 64 8.0 25 0 0 0 0 0
2014 BAL 1 0 0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0.0 4 −3 −0.8 0 0 0 0 0 0
2015 BUF 14 14 8−6 242 380 63.7 3,035 8.0 63 20 6 99.4 104 568 5.5 31 4 36 212 9 1
2016 BUF 15 15 7−8 269 436 61.7 3,023 6.9 84 17 6 89.7 95 580 6.1 49 6 42 192 4 2
2017 BUF 15 14 8−6 263 420 62.6 2,799 6.7 47 14 4 89.2 84 427 5.1 32 4 46 256 4 2
2018 CLE 4 3 1−1−1 42 85 49.4 473 5.6 47 2 2 63.7 16 125 7.8 24 1 13 81 3 0
2019 LAC 8 0 4 6 66.7 33 5.5 14 1 0 120.1 10 7 0.7 9 0 0 0 0 0
2020 LAC 2 1 1−0 16 30 53.3 208 6.9 37 0 0 75.4 6 7 1.2 4 0 2 1 0 0
2021 HOU 6 6 2−4 91 150 60.7 966 6.4 52 5 5 76.7 19 151 7.9 30 3 13 119 3 0
2022 NYG 3 0 6 8 75.0 58 7.2 19 1 1 94.8 5 70 14.0 32 0 3 18 2 1
2023 NYG 11 5 2−3 116 180 64.4 1,341 7.5 80 5 3 89.1 38 197 5.2 31 0 17 94 4 0
2024 NYJ 2 0 17 22 77.3 119 5.4 20 3 0 128.6 3 13 4.3 7 0 0 0 1 0
Career 94 58 29−28−1 1,085 1,752 61.9 12,254 7.0 84 68 29 88.9 407 2,281 5.6 49 19 177 1,006 30 6

Postseason Statistics

Year Team Games Passing Rushing Sacks Fumbles
GP GS Record Cmp Att Pct Yds Avg Lng TD Int Rtg Att Yds Avg Lng TD Sck SckY Fum Lost
2011 BAL 0 0 DNP
2012 BAL 0 0 DNP
2014 BAL 0 0 DNP
2017 BUF 1 1 0−1 17 37 45.9 134 3.6 16 0 1 44.2 7 27 3.9 9 0 2 15 0 0
2022 NYG 0 0 DNP
Total 1 1 0−1 17 37 45.9 134 3.6 16 0 1 44.2 7 27 3.9 9 0 2 15 0 0

Player Profile and Personal Life

Tyrod Taylor is known for his strong work ethic and his ability to escape defenders. Even though he is not the biggest quarterback, he is very athletic. He is also known for not throwing many interceptions.

Tyrod is a Christian. He lists famous athletes like Steve Young and Michael Vick as his inspirations. In 2020, he donated $25,000 to a food bank to help during the COVID-19 pandemic.

There was a small discussion about how to say his first name. Most people say "TIE-rod," but his mother says "tuh-ROD." Tyrod joked that his mother gave him the name "tuh-ROD," but she doesn't call him by his first name.

In June 2024, Tyrod became part of the ownership group for a professional soccer team called Westchester SC.

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