The sports world will forever mourn Sean Taylor, who tragically died 14 years ago in the midst of a stellar career with the Washington Football Team. The standout free safety was murdered in the middle of his fourth season in the league when he was just 24 years old. Along with football fans, his memory will live on through his family.
Gabe Taylor, the little brother of the Washington legend, has been balling out for Rice in his freshman year, recording 56 tackles (the fifth most on the team and the second most among defensive backs) along with three interceptions. He has won three different player of the week awards so far in his collegiate career.
Taylor capped off the Owls' regular season with a late interception that sealed the 35-31 victory over Louisiana Tech on the anniversary of his brother's death. He was hype after making the big play and securing the win.
A special moment at Rice Stadium❤️
14 years after the passing of his older brother, Sean Taylor, Owls’ safety @iamGabeTaylor seals the win for @ricefootball with a late-game interception.@sportscenter #SCTop10#GoOwls👐 x #RFND pic.twitter.com/XxOjSUOR56
— Rice Athletics (@RiceAthletics) November 28, 2021
I’m built like it! Act like it! Talk like it!🗣
— Gabe Taylor (@iamGabeTaylor) November 27, 2021
Taylor's interception was likely the biggest highlight for Rice, who went 4-8, this season. His hard-hitting style of play garners comparisons to his brother, who will always be one of the most iconic stars for the Football team organization.
Sean Taylor's jersey was retired this season, but the honor seemed like a hasty attempt to distract people from the pending investigation into team owner Dan Snyder. Washington will reportedly build him a physical memorial and unveil it next season.
The mishandling of honoring Taylor's legacy is just business as usual for the Football Team. The squad is currently 4-6 and will struggle to make a playoff push with young star Chase Young sidelined with a torn ACL.
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