Durell Taylor (born September 21, 1962) is an American former professional football player who played two seasons in the Arena Football League (AFL) with the Denver Dynamite and Chicago Bruisers. He played college football at Lincoln University.

Durell Taylor
No. 42[1]
Position:Wide receiver / Defensive back
Personal information
Born: (1962-09-21) September 21, 1962 (age 62)
Height:5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
Weight:185 lb (84 kg)
Career information
College:Lincoln (MO)
Career history
Career highlights and awards
Stats at ArenaFan.com

Early life and college

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Durrell Taylor was born on September 21, 1962.[1] He played college football for the Lincoln Blue Tigers of Lincoln University.[1] He earned first-team All-MIAA honors.[2]

Professional career

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Taylor played in all six games for the Denver Dynamite of the Arena Football League (AFL) during the league's inaugural 1987 season, totaling 25 catches for 283 yards and six touchdowns, eight carries for 39 yards, 28 kick returns for 516 yards, two solo tackles, and one pass breakup.[3] He played both offense and defense during his time in the AFL as the league played under ironman rules. Taylor was named second-team All-Arena as a fullback/linebacker that year.[4] The Dynamite finished the season with a 4–2 record and beat the Pittsburgh Gladiators in ArenaBowl I.[5]

On September 24, 1987, Taylor signed with the Seattle Seahawks during the 1987 NFL players strike as a wide receiver.[6][7] He was waived on October 9, 1987, before playing in a game.[8]

On April 21, 1988, it was reported that Taylor had signed with the Chicago Bruisers of the AFL.[9] He appeared in two games in 1988, recording two solo tackles and one kick return for 24 yards.[3]

References

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  1. ^ a b c "Durrell Taylor". Pro Football Archives. Retrieved January 13, 2025.
  2. ^ Holbrook, Mel, S. "KSU faces similar opponent in Lincoln". The State Journal. p. 9. Retrieved January 13, 2025.{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link)
  3. ^ a b "Durrell Taylor". ArenaFan.com. Retrieved January 13, 2025.
  4. ^ "Durell Taylor -Awards". ArenaFan.com. Retrieved January 13, 2025.
  5. ^ "1987 Denver Dynamite (Arena)". Pro Football Archives. Retrieved January 13, 2025.
  6. ^ "Durell Taylor NFL Transactions". Pro Football Archives. Retrieved January 13, 2025.
  7. ^ "Strike Rosters". The Daily Oklahoman. October 4, 1987. pp. B1. Retrieved January 13, 2025.
  8. ^ "Bengals, Seshawks think they'll improve this time". Chronicle Tribune. Associated Press. October 11, 1987. pp. C6. Retrieved January 13, 2025.
  9. ^ "Transactions". Chicago Tribune. April 21, 1988. p. 10. Retrieved January 13, 2025.
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