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Demetrius Taylor
DL · SR · Appalachian State Mountaineers

Demetrius Taylor

DL SR App State
About Taylor Updated May 10, 2026

Appalachian State's 2019 Sun Belt Forced Fumble King Now Thriving in CFL

Demetrius Taylor, the 6-2, 230-pound Appalachian State DL who led the Sun Belt Conference with 3 forced fumbles in the 2019 season—highlighted by a legendary sack, forced fumble, and TD return at UNC—showcased explosive disruption and one-man wrecking crew intensity during his 2017-2021 college tenure. His relentless motor and knack for game-changing plays make him a disruptive force, though a full 2025 CFL suspension adds caution. Ideal for teams needing high-energy interior pressure; post-college Lions stint proved his pro potential despite modest PFF grades.

Schedule

DNA

Established Updated Oct 19, 2026
Taylor National DL Average
Pass Rush
93rd percentile; Full confidence; 12 games
Disruption
94th percentile; Full confidence; 12 games / 12 PBP
Tackling
22nd percentile; Full confidence; 12 games
Playmaker
73rd percentile; Full confidence; 12 games
Consistency
32nd percentile; Full confidence; 12 games

Stats

2021

Percentile among FBS DL — a longer bar ranks higher

7
Sacks
38th of 1,436 DL
37
Sack Yards
82nd of 1,436 DL
24
Tackles
412th of 1,436 DL
13
Solo Tackles
346th of 1,436 DL
11
Assisted Tackles
464th of 1,436 DL
1
Fumble Recoveries
44th of 204 DL
1
Passes Defended
143rd of 1,436 DL
0
Safeties
1st of 1,436 DL
Career Stats
SEASONSCHOOL
202114241311711
20201240211964-
201914441925741
20181316793.51-
201712138530-

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