| Travis
Taylor
Scout.com Headlines: |
Raiders release Taylor, sign Alston
Seeking help for their injury-riddled linebacking corps, the Raiders on Saturday signed Jon Alston
-by SilverandBlack.com
Sep 22, 2007 |
Raiders sign veteran receiver 
The Oakland Raiders continue to stockpile wide receivers, signing a seven-year veteran on Tuesday.
-by SilverandBlack.com
May 22, 2007 |
Arrest Aside, Taylor Has Much on His Mind
WR talked about the numerous factors weighing in on his potential free agency, and they are many.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Jan 1, 2007 |
Vikings Try to Avoid Finger-Pointing
While the defense has been stellar most of the season, the defenders are struggling to stay positive
-by VikingUpdate.com
Dec 6, 2006 |
Notebook: Players Assess Playoff Hopes
Players know they have to turn things around now to get back in the playoff race.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Nov 15, 2006 |
Injuries Work Way Through WR Corps
One receiver was out of town seeking a second opinion Thursday while others are banged up.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Oct 27, 2006 |
Notebook: Trick Plays A Treat For Vikings
Players aren’t surprised that head coach Brad Childress has used this aggressive play-calling.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Oct 24, 2006 |
Turnovers Starting to Infest Offense
After one turnover in the first two wins, the Vikings have had seven in their last three games.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Oct 11, 2006 |
Turnovers Becoming a Vikings Focus
Two costly turnovers by Minnesota played a big part in the Chicago Bears staying undefeated.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Sep 26, 2006 |
Vikings Offense ‘A Work in Progress’
Vikings players aren’t panicking at some of the troubles the offense has had in its first two games.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Sep 24, 2006 |
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Ht: 6-1
Wt: 210
| Date of Birth: |
03/30/1978 |
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| 2007 Scout.com NFL Free Agency
Rankings (full list): |
| Pos: WR |
Pos Rank: #26 |
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| Biography: |
How Acquired: Signed as an unrestricted free agent on March 15, 2005 by the Vikings from the Baltimore Ravens.
Injury History: Missed six games in 2004 with a groin injury. Missed seven games in 2000 after being placed on injured reserve with a broken clavicle.
Contract Status: Vikings Contract Chart
Career Stats: FoxSports.com Player Page
2005: Played in 16 games for the Vikings, starting 13 of them. Led all Vikings wide receivers with 50 receptions and led the team with 604 yards receiving. His four touchdown receptions placed him second on the team behind Marcus Robinson.
2004: Caught 34 passes for 421 yards in his final season with the Baltimore Ravens.
2003: Had a career-best 16.2-yard average per catch on 39 receptions.
2002: Had career highs in touchdowns (6), receptions (61) and yards (869).
2001: Had 42 receptions for 560 yards.
2000: In his rookie season with Baltimore, started eight games and caught 28 passes.
College: MVP of the 1999 Fed-Ex Orange Bowl and 2000 Citrus Bowl while playing for the Florida Gators. Declared for the NFL Draft after his junior year. Drafted in the first round (10th overall) of the 1999 NFL Draft by the Ravens. Finished his college career with 72 receptions for 1,150 yards and 15 touchdowns. Went out with a bang to close out his college career in the Citrus Bowl, catching 11 passes and scoring three touchdowns.
Personal: Named to the Class 4A all-state team as a senior in high school in Florida. Moved to Florida as a high school junior after being a standout high school player his freshman and sophomore years at Camden County High School in Georgia. Is married with three daughters. Is involved with several charities in the Jacksonville area and hosts a Travis Taylor Kids Day in his hometown of Camden, Ga.
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