Lawrence Taylor

Former NFL Linebacker

American Williamsburg, Virginia, U.S.

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Quick Info

ProfessionFormer NFL Linebacker
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth04/02/1959
Age67 years
BirthplaceWilliamsburg, Virginia, U.S.

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Personal Life

Substance AbuseBattled substance abuse and legal issues, including arrests; pleaded guilty to sexual misconduct in 2011 (sex offender registration, 6 years probation); DUI guilty plea in 2017

Career

TeamNew York Giants (1981-1993)
Achievements
  • NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year (1981)
  • NFL Defensive Player of the Year (1981, 1982, 1986)
  • NFL MVP (1986)
  • First-team All-Pro (10 seasons)
  • Super Bowl Champion (1986, 1990)
  • Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee
  • Career stats: 132.5 sacks, 1,088 tackles, 33 forced fumbles, 9 interceptions
  • Drafted 2nd overall by New York Giants (1981)

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Nicknamed 'L.T.'
2. Revolutionized linebacker position
3. Challenging early life with late start in football (high school junior/senior years only)
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