Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Tyrod Taylor

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 4, 2026

Discover the career path of Tyrod Taylor, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Tyrod Taylor is an American professional football quarterback. He played college football at Virginia Tech before being drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in the sixth round of the 2011 NFL Draft. Taylor's career has included stints with several NFL teams, showcasing his dual-threat capabilities as a passer and runner. While he hasn't achieved elite status, he has proven to be a capable starter and valuable backup in the league.

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September 8, 2007: First College Football Game

On September 8, 2007, Tyrod Taylor played his first college football game against the LSU Tigers, completing 7-of-18 passes for 62 yards, rushing for 44 yards, and scoring his first collegiate touchdown.

2008: Completed Sophomore Season

In 2008, Tyrod Taylor completed his sophomore season with 1,036 passing yards, two touchdowns, and seven interceptions.

2008: Redshirt Taken Off

In 2008, Tyrod Taylor's redshirt was taken off after Virginia Tech's loss to East Carolina University. He then rushed for 112 yards and a touchdown against Furman.

January 1, 2009: Orange Bowl Victory

On January 1, 2009, Tyrod Taylor led the Virginia Tech Hokies to a 20–7 victory over the Cincinnati Bearcats in the 2009 Orange Bowl.

2009: Junior Season at Virginia Tech

During his junior season in 2009, Tyrod Taylor led the Hokies to a 9-3 regular season record and a second-place finish in the Coastal Division of the ACC, finishing the season ranked 10th with 2,311 passing yards, 13 touchdowns and 5 interceptions.

2010: Senior Season Success

In 2010, Tyrod Taylor led the Hokies to a turnaround season, winning 11 consecutive games after an 0-2 start, becoming ACC Champions. He finished with 2,743 passing yards, 24 touchdowns, and five interceptions, earning ACC Player of the Year and ACC Championship Game MVP.

December 4, 2011: First Regular Season Game

On December 4, 2011, Tyrod Taylor played in his first regular season game, rushing for a two-yard gain.

2011: East-West Shrine Game Participation

In 2011, Tyrod Taylor participated in the East-West Shrine Game, completing four of his five passes for 59 yards.

2011: Drafted by Baltimore Ravens

In 2011, Tyrod Taylor was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in the sixth round of the NFL draft.

March 12, 2015: Signed with Buffalo Bills

On March 12, 2015, Tyrod Taylor signed a three-year, $3.35 million contract with the Buffalo Bills.

2015: Signed with Buffalo Bills

In 2015, Tyrod Taylor signed with the Buffalo Bills as a free agent and became their starting quarterback, eventually earning a Pro Bowl appearance.

2015: Finished 2015 Season

Tyrod Taylor finished the 2015 season completing 63.7% of his passes for over 3,000 yards, with 20 touchdowns to 6 interceptions, and added 568 rushing yards.

2015: Played More Than 50% of Snaps

Tyrod Taylor played more than 50% of the snaps in the 2015 season, voiding the third year of his contract.

January 25, 2016: Selected to the Pro Bowl

On January 25, 2016, Tyrod Taylor and his teammate Eric Wood were selected to the Pro Bowl, replacing Cam Newton and Ryan Kalil. Taylor completed 8 of 14 passes for 120 yards and a touchdown but threw three interceptions.

August 12, 2016: Signed Six-Year Extension

On August 12, 2016, Tyrod Taylor signed a six-year extension worth $92 million with the Buffalo Bills.

2016: Browns Losing Streak

In Week 1 against the Pittsburgh Steelers, Taylor helped the Browns snap a 17-game losing streak (dating back to 2016), despite the game ending in a 21–21 tie.

2017: Coached by David Culley

In 2017, David Culley coached Tyrod Taylor as the quarterbacks coach with the Buffalo Bills.

2017: Playoff Berth with Bills

In 2017, Tyrod Taylor helped the Buffalo Bills make their first playoff berth in 18 years.

March 9, 2018: Agreed to Trade to Cleveland Browns

On March 9, 2018, the Buffalo Bills agreed to trade Tyrod Taylor to the Cleveland Browns for a 2018 third-round draft pick.

March 2018: Traded to Cleveland Browns

In March 2018, Tyrod Taylor was traded to the Cleveland Browns, as the Bills drafted Josh Allen to replace him.

March 13, 2019: Signed with the Chargers

On March 13, 2019, Tyrod Taylor signed a two-year, $11 million contract with the Los Angeles Chargers, reuniting with former Bills' offensive coordinator Anthony Lynn.