History of Taylor Lewan in Timeline
Taylor Lewan is a former American football offensive tackle who played nine seasons in the NFL, primarily for the Tennessee Titans. Drafted 11th overall in 2014 after a standout career at the University of Michigan, Lewan earned three Pro Bowl selections during his tenure with the Titans. However, injuries hampered the latter part of his career, ultimately leading to his release in 2023. Since retiring, Lewan has co-hosted the popular sports podcast 'Bussin' With The Boys'.
July 22, 1991: Birth of Taylor Lewan
Taylor Curtis Lewan was born on July 22, 1991.
2003: Titans Reach AFC Championship Game
The Tennessee Titans, with Taylor Lewan, reached the AFC Championship game in the 2019-2020 playoffs for the first time since 2003. They lost to the Kansas City Chiefs.
2009: Enrollment at the University of Michigan
Taylor Lewan enrolled at the University of Michigan in 2009, majoring in general studies. He redshirted his freshman year.
2010: Breakthrough Season as Starting Left Tackle
In 2010, Taylor Lewan became the starting left tackle for the Michigan Wolverines in his second year. He played in 11 games, starting nine, and helped Michigan establish a strong rushing attack. However, he was also prone to penalties due to his aggressive playing style.
2011: Continued Development as Starting Left Tackle
Taylor Lewan continued to start as left tackle for the Wolverines in 2011. He was praised for his improved discipline and was named to the All-Big Ten second team.
2012: First-Team All-American Recognition and Big Ten Honors
Taylor Lewan had a standout season in 2012, earning first-team All-American honors and being named the Big Ten Conference Offensive Lineman of the Year.
2013: Second Consecutive Big Ten Offensive Lineman of the Year
Taylor Lewan was named Big Ten Conference Offensive Lineman of the Year for the second consecutive season in 2013.
2014: Drafted into the NFL by the Tennessee Titans
In 2014, Taylor Lewan was drafted by the Tennessee Titans as the eleventh overall pick. He signed a four-year contract and played in 11 games during his rookie season.
2015: Starting Left Tackle for struggling Titans team
In 2015, Taylor Lewan was the starting left tackle for the Titans. The team struggled and finished with a 3-13 record.
October 23, 2016: Touchdown and Ejection in the Same Game
On October 23, 2016, Taylor Lewan scored a touchdown on a 10-yard pass but was later ejected from the game after pushing a referee during an altercation.
2016: First Pro Bowl Selection and Notable Games
In 2016, Taylor Lewan started all 16 games for the Titans and was selected to his first Pro Bowl. He also scored his first NFL touchdown on a 10-yard pass. However, he was ejected from a game against the Green Bay Packers for pushing a referee.
April 25, 2017: Titans Exercise Fifth-Year Option
On April 25, 2017, the Tennessee Titans exercised the fifth-year option on Taylor Lewan's rookie contract.
December 19, 2017: Second Pro Bowl Selection
Taylor Lewan was named to his second Pro Bowl on December 19, 2017.
2017: Pro Bowl Selection and NFL Top 100 Ranking
Taylor Lewan was selected to the Pro Bowl in 2017 and was ranked 72nd on the NFL Top 100 Players list.
July 27, 2018: Record-Breaking Contract Extension with the Titans
On July 27, 2018, Taylor Lewan signed a five-year, $80 million contract extension with the Titans, making him the highest-paid offensive lineman in NFL history at the time.
December 18, 2018: Third Pro Bowl Selection
Taylor Lewan was selected to his third Pro Bowl on December 18, 2018.
2018: Ranked 78th on NFL Top 100 Players
In 2018, Taylor Lewan was ranked 78th on the NFL Top 100 Players list.
2018: Third Consecutive Pro Bowl Selection and Contract Extension
Taylor Lewan earned his third consecutive Pro Bowl selection in 2018. He also signed a five-year, $80 million contract extension with the Titans, becoming the highest-paid offensive lineman in the NFL.
July 24, 2019: Four-Game Suspension
On July 24, 2019, Taylor Lewan announced he was suspended for four games after failing a drug test.
2019: "Bussin With the Boys" podcast launch
In the summer of 2019, Taylor Lewan and his former teammate Will Compton launched a podcast called "Bussin With the Boys" on the Barstool Sports network.
2019: Ranked 77th on NFL Top 100 Players
Taylor Lewan was ranked 77th on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2019.
October 2020: Surgery for torn right ACL
In October 2020 Taylor Lewan underwent surgery to repair a torn ACL in his right knee. Lewan would later claim the surgery caused "severe and permanent" damage.
October 19, 2020: ACL Injury and Placement on Injured Reserve
Taylor Lewan tore his ACL in a game against the Houston Texans on October 19, 2020, and was placed on injured reserve, ending his season.
2022: Season-Ending Knee Injury
Taylor Lewan suffered a season-ending knee injury in Week 2 of the 2022 NFL season.
2022: Season-Ending Knee Injury and Release from Titans
Taylor Lewan suffered a season-ending knee injury in Week 2 of the 2022 season. He was subsequently released by the Tennessee Titans after the season.
February 10, 2023: Anticipates Release and Considers Retirement
On February 10, 2023, Taylor Lewan publicly stated his belief that the Titans would release him and that he was contemplating retiring from professional football.
May 2023: Medical malpractice lawsuit against Dr. James Andrews
In May 2023, Taylor Lewan filed a medical malpractice lawsuit against renowned orthopedic surgeon Dr. James Andrews. The lawsuit stems from an October 2020 surgery to repair a torn ACL in Lewan's right knee.