Taylor Mays brings elite speed, violence, and downhill range
Taylor Mays was a high-impact USC safety known for rare straight-line speed, physical tackling, and the ability to erase space in a hurry; one report timed him at 4.3 in the 40-yard dash even after ankle surgery, underscoring his explosiveness[3]. He also brought two-way athletic upside in high school and enough versatility to stand out as a disruptive defender, which is why evaluators viewed him as more than a box-score player[5]. If you want a tone-setter with NFL-caliber athletic traits and a fearlessness that shows up on contact, Mays fits the profile.
