Quick Info
| Profession | American football safety |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 18/02/2003 |
| Age | 23 years |
| Birthplace | Austin, Texas, U.S. |
Latest News about Michael Taaffe
13/09/2026
Taaffe appeared on the Miami Dolphins roster early in the 2026 NFL season after being drafted in April. The team profile listed him as an active safety, confirming his transition from Texas to the NFL roster.
25/04/2026
Michael Taaffe was selected by the Miami Dolphins with the 158th overall pick in the fifth round of the 2026 NFL Draft. The Texas defensive back entered the NFL after a college career in which he developed from a walk-on into a fifth-year starter and key contributor for the Longhorns.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Michael Joseph Taaffe |
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| Known For | Playing college football for the Texas Longhorns and being selected by the Miami Dolphins in the 2026 NFL Draft |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6 ft 0 in |
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| Weight | 189 lbs |
Educational Qualification(s)
| High School | Westlake High School, Austin, Texas |
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| College | University of Texas at Austin |
Personal Life
| Hobbies | Golf, spending time at the lake |
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Family
| Parents | Peter Taaffe and Diane Taaffe |
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| Siblings | Two older brothers and one older sister |
Career
| College Career | Joined Texas as a walk-on in 2021, earned a scholarship, and became a fifth-year defensive back for the Longhorns |
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| Achievements | All-American honoree; key contributor in Texas's CFP and conference championship seasons |
| Professional Career | Selected by the Miami Dolphins in the fifth round of the 2026 NFL Draft |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He was a walk-on before earning a scholarship. | |
| 2. He is the youngest of four children. | |
| 3. He is a fifth-generation University of Texas Longhorn. | |
| 4. He also played baseball, basketball, and track growing up. |