
veteran WSU linebacker who brings size, special-teams toughness, and steady production
In the 2016 season, Paris Taylor was a reliable, physical Washington State linebacker who appeared in all 13 games and finished with 20 tackles, including contributions on kickoffs. At 6-foot-3 and 223 pounds, his calling card was durability, versatility, and a blue-collar edge rather than splashy stats. He’s the kind of player coaches appreciate for assignment soundness and special-teams value, with a career arc that shows patience and toughness. For a roster that needs depth, effort, and a linebacker who won’t blink under the bright lights, Taylor fits the mold.