Gabriel Taylor Follows Brother's Legacy, Joins Commanders for Rookie Minicamp

April 28, 2025
Gabriel Taylor Follows Brother's Legacy, Joins Commanders for Rookie Minicamp
  • The Commanders continue to provide updates on their offseason activities through various platforms, including their website and the Locked On Commanders podcast.

  • Gabriel, a safety from Rice University, accepted the invitation to compete for a spot on the team during the rookie minicamp.

  • Sean Taylor, Gabriel's older brother, was a two-time Pro Bowl safety for the Commanders before his tragic death at age 24 in 2007.

  • In honoring his brother's legacy, Gabriel reportedly chose to join the Commanders despite receiving multiple offers from other NFL teams.

  • At Rice's pro day, Gabriel showcased impressive speed, running the 40-yard dash in times between 4.38 and 4.4 seconds.

  • Other players invited to the camp include Timothy McKay, Ricky Barber, and several others from various colleges.

  • During his college career, he recorded 231 total tackles, six forced fumbles, ten interceptions, and four sacks over five seasons.

  • Gabriel described himself as 'a diamond in the rough' and expressed a desire to contribute as a reliable role player rather than seeking stardom.

  • The rookie minicamp will include undrafted players and others who meet eligibility criteria, with one day open for media coverage.

  • The Washington Commanders have invited rookie Gabriel Taylor, the younger brother of late NFL legend Sean Taylor, to their minicamp starting on May 8, 2025.

  • In the 2024 season, Taylor earned All-AAC Second Team honors with 57 tackles, three interceptions, and two forced fumbles.

  • While the invitation to minicamp does not guarantee him a roster spot, it provides Gabriel an opportunity to showcase his skills.

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