New York Giants QB Tyrod Taylor making major impact off the field
New York Giants backup quarterback Tyrod Taylor has always been one of the most beloved people in the league since he was drafted. He is a leader on and off the football field, and he's also been a valuable backup QB option for years. Now, his impact is going even further than the gridiron. Taylor […]
New York Giants backup quarterback Tyrod Taylor has always been one of the most beloved people in the league since he was drafted. He is a leader on and off the football field, and he's also been a valuable backup QB option for years. Now, his impact is going even further than the gridiron.
Taylor recently created the Tyrod Taylor Wellness Center. Taylor’s foundation partnered with his native Hampton, Virginia. He and his fund look to transform parts of the area in order to create better environment for the youth.
"The Boys and Girls Club location where Taylor, 33, and his cousins once played basketball while both his parents worked after-school hours was on the verge of closing its doors a couple years ago. But the community balked at ideas proposed if the property were sold. Word reached Taylor, who is mindful of a recent uptick in violence in the city." —
“By all means have those dreams of being the next quarterback or point guard or women’s tennis star, but understand that sports is not the only area we measure success,” Taylor said. “I want to be realistic and let them know that is not the only thing that you have to hold on to as far as a dream to elevate yourself. There are a lot of creatives in Hampton Roads.” — Taylor
It is yet another positive piece of a special career from Taylor.
Even though his production hasn't been eye-popping as an NFL QB, his up's and down's have only made him stronger. He believes that the rollercoaster-type of NFL career that he has dealt with can show young people that they can also overcome hardships.
