Quick Info
| Profession | Former NFL Linebacker |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 04/02/1959 |
| Age | 67 years |
| Birthplace | Williamsburg, Virginia, U.S. |
| Height | 6-3 (190 cm) |
| Weight | 237 lbs (107 kg) |
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Bio/Wiki
| Lawrence Julius Taylor, nicknamed "L.T.", is a former American football linebacker who played his entire NFL career with the New York Giants. | |
| He is widely regarded as one of the greatest linebackers in NFL history. | |
| Taylor revolutionized the linebacker position and is considered a defensive icon. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height: 6-3 (190 cm) | |
| Playing Weight: 237 lbs (107 kg) |
Personal Life
| Substance Abuse | Battled 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 |
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| Marital Status | Married |
| Spouse | Lynette Rose Gordon |
| Marriage Date | 07/07/2007 |
Career
| Team | New York Giants (1981-1993) |
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| Achievements |
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| Years Active | 1981–1993 |
| Games Played | 184 |
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) | |
| 4. Sacks in 1981 (9.5) were not officially recorded as the NFL did not make sacks an official statistic until 1982 |