Sean Taylor

Sean Michael Taylor (born April 1, 1983 in Miami, Florida) is an American football player who currently plays free safety for the Washington Redskins of the NFL.

Out of the University of Miami, a top NFL pick

Taylor was a standout safety at the University of Miami, where he was a consensus first-team "All-American." He declared his eligibility for the NFL Draft in 2004, following his junior year. With the fifth pick in the 2004 NFL Draft, Taylor was drafted by the Redskins.

Related Topics:
University of Miami - All-America - NFL Draft - 2004 - 2004 NFL Draft

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Taylor was the first Miami player drafted in 2004, being selected one pick before widely-sought former teammate Kellen Winslow, a predominant tight end, who was chosen by the Cleveland Browns with the draft's sixth pick.

Related Topics:
2004 - Kellen Winslow - Tight end - Cleveland Browns

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Following his 2004 selection by the Redskins, Taylor signed a seven-year, $18 million contract with the team.

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