Jonathan Taylor showing off some receiving skills
The second-round pick out of Wisconsin is well-known for his ability to run the football and while some knocked his receiving ability, Taylor flashed what could be an interesting development with a long reception on Friday.
According to Walker, Taylor took a crossing route for what would have been a long touchdown reception with left guard Quenton Nelson paving the way. Shocker.
Jonathan Taylor logged a 4.39-second 40-yard dash earlier this year at the 2020 NFL Scouting Combine, which was the fastest time among all running backs. He showed off that speed on one particular play on Friday, hauling in a pass from Rivers on a crossing route and taking it all the way for what would’ve been a long touchdown. Oh, and who was leading the way down the field for Taylor? Quenton Nelson, who hustled from his left guard position and cleared out any defenders to ensure his running back broke free down the sideline.
The two-time Doak Walker Award winner has the makeup and skillset to be a true bellcow in the NFL but will split time with incumbent starter Marlon Mack. But if he continues to make plays in the passing game as well, it’s only a matter of time before the backfield belongs to him.