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Taylor Rapp, pictured in his Washington Huskies uniform, searching for a new NFL team in 2026.

American FootballJul 20, 2026

The Redemption Race: Taylor Rapp’s Fight to Outrun the Medical Report

After eight seasons and a Super Bowl ring, Taylor Rapp is facing his toughest opponent yet: the medical label that follows him into free agency.

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Trent Taylor and his wife alongside George Kittle and his wife in a retirement announcement photo.

American FootballJul 17, 2026

Trent Taylor Walks Away at 32, Ending the Journey Beside the Teammate He Started It With

Seven seasons, three teams, one photo. Trent Taylor announced his retirement the way he entered the league — flanked by George Kittle, the tight end drafted 31 picks ahead of him in 2017. The slot receiver and punt returner leaves the NFL with 88 catches, 845 yards, three touchdowns and a ring of respect that never showed up on a stat sheet.