Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Tyrod Taylor

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

Tyrod Taylor is a professional American football quarterback currently playing for the New York Jets. He played college football at Virginia Tech. Taylor was drafted into the NFL by the Baltimore Ravens in 2011 during the sixth round.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

September 8, 2007: First College Football Game

On September 8, 2007, Tyrod Taylor played his first college football game against the LSU Tigers. He completed 7-of-18 passes for 62 yards, rushed for 44 yards and scored his first collegiate touchdown. He was then named the starter.

2008: Redshirt Taken Off

In 2008, after Virginia Tech's loss to East Carolina University, Tyrod Taylor's redshirt was removed due to the team's need for more offense. He made his first appearance of the season against Furman, rushing for 112 yards and a touchdown.

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

In 2009, during his junior season, Tyrod Taylor led the Virginia Tech Hokies to a 9–3 regular season record. They won the 2009 Chick-fil-A Bowl against the Tennessee Volunteers, finishing with a 10-3 record. Taylor finished the season with 2,311 passing yards, 13 touchdowns, and five interceptions.

2010: Senior Season at Virginia Tech

In 2010, Tyrod Taylor's senior season began with two losses, but he led the Hokies to win 11 consecutive games. They became ACC Champions for the fourth time in seven seasons. Taylor was named 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 for the Baltimore Ravens, rushing for a two-yard gain in a victory over the Cleveland Browns.

2011: Participated in East-West Shrine Game

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 selected by the Baltimore Ravens in the sixth round of the NFL draft after playing college football for the Virginia Tech Hokies.

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: Finished Season with Bills

In 2015, Tyrod Taylor concluded the season with the Buffalo Bills, completing 63.7% of his passes for over 3,000 yards, 20 touchdowns, and 6 interceptions. He also rushed for 568 yards.

2015: Signed with the Buffalo Bills

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

2015: Reached snap percentage milestone

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

January 25, 2016: Selected to the Pro Bowl

On January 25, 2016, Tyrod Taylor was selected to the Pro Bowl, replacing Cam Newton. He 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, which contained an option after the first year.

January 5, 2017: Surgery to Repair Core Muscle Issue

On January 5, 2017, Tyrod Taylor underwent surgery to repair a core muscle issue. He was also selected as a 2017 Pro Bowl alternate but declined due to injury.

2017: Coached by David Culley

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

2017: Playoff Berth with the Bills

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

March 9, 2018: Trade Agreement to the 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, paving the way for the Bills to draft Josh Allen.

March 13, 2019: Signed with the Chargers

On March 13, 2019, Tyrod Taylor signed a two-year contract with the Los Angeles Chargers.

2020: Contribution to Virginia Peninsula Foodbank

In 2020, Tyrod Taylor, through his foundation, contributed $25,000 to the Virginia Peninsula Foodbank during the COVID-19 pandemic.

March 22, 2021: Signed with the Houston Texans

On March 22, 2021, Tyrod Taylor signed a one-year contract with the Houston Texans, reuniting with coach David Culley.

March 17, 2022: Signed with the New York Giants

On March 17, 2022, Tyrod Taylor signed a two-year contract with the New York Giants. He later suffered a concussion in Week 4 against the Chicago Bears.