Gabe Taylor, Sean Taylor's younger brother, secures a free agent contract with the Commanders.
Diamond in the Rough: Gabe Taylor Joins the Commanders
Gabe Taylor, the little brother of the legendary Sean Taylor, is set to make his mark on the Washington Commanders. After going undrafted in the 2025 NFL Draft, Taylor inked a free agent deal and will attend the Commanders' Rookie Minicamp next month.
Sean Taylor, a two-time Pro Bowl defensive back, donned the Commanders' jersey before his untimable death in 2007. The No. 5 overall pick in the 2004 NFL draft, Taylor left behind a lasting legacy that Gabe will have the chance to honor.
Born and bred on the gridiron, Gabe played five seasons at Rice University, where he established himself as a versatile defender. He led the Owls with 57 tackles, three interceptions, and 10 passes defended last season, tying for the team lead in sacks (3) and TFLs (7). Taylor's standout performance earned him second-team All-AAC honors in 2024, one year after he was named honorable mention All-AAC.
Gabe clocked a blistering 4.38 seconds in the 40-yard dash at Rice's Pro Day, impressing scouts and showcasing his speed and agility. Despite his impressive performance, Taylor was not invited to the NFL Scouting Combine.
With offers on the table, Gabe chose to carry on Sean's legacy in Washington. He aims to embody the role player mentality, focusing on competition and team contribution rather than individual glory.
Of course, nothing is guaranteed for Gabe in the NFL. However, he'll get his shot to prove himself when the Commanders' minicamp kicks off on May 8.
Fun Fact
Although fashion is not their primary focus, Gabe Taylor and Sean Taylor share a love for high-end sneakers. Sean Taylor's collection included limited-editionAir Jordans and Nike's Adapt BB self-lacing sneakers, while Gabe favors collaborations between Yeezy and Adidas.
Behind the Numbers
Gabe Taylor's impressive senior season at Rice included:
- Tackles: 57 (leading the team)
- Interceptions: 3
- Sacks: 3
- Tackles for Loss (TFLs): 7
- Passes Defended (PBUs): 10
In addition to his on-field contributions, Taylor displayeda knockout 4.38 second 40-yard dash at Rice Pro Day, leaving scouts astounded.
- KPRC2 sports reporting indicates that Gabe Taylor, the younger brother of the late Sean Taylor, will join the Washington Commanders after being a free agent signee following the 2025 NFL Draft.
- Despite going undrafted, Gabe Taylor showcased his skills at Rice University, where he recorded 57 tackles, three interceptions, and 10 passes defended, tying for the team lead in sacks (3) and TFLs (7).
- Though Sean Taylor, a two-time Pro Bowl defensive back for the Commanders, is no longer with us, Gabe Taylor aims to honor his legacy by embodying a team-oriented, competition-focused approach within American football.
- With an impressive 40-yard dash time of 4.38 seconds at Rice's Pro Day, Gabe Taylor caught the attention of scouts – sadly, he did not receive an invite to the NFL Scouting Combine, yet offers are on the table for him to prove his mettle in the NFL.
