Nick Taylor

Nick Taylor (born March 27, 1988) is an American professional football defensive back. He is a three-time Grey Cup champion after winning with Ottawa Redblacks in 2016 and with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in 2019 and 2021.

College career Taylor did not play college football, but rather played college basketball for the FIU Panthers at the point guard position.

Professional career Early career Taylor was originally signed as a free agent in 2012 by the Minnesota Vikings of the National Football League (NFL), but he suffered a shoulder injury and was released. He was signed by the New York Jets for the 2014 season, but was released without playing a regular season game. He later played for the Orlando Predators in 2015.

Ottawa Redblacks On March 4, 2016, Taylor signed with the Ottawa Redblacks. He played in four regular season games where he recorded five defensive tackles, one special teams tackle, three pass knockdowns, one forced fumble, and one interception that he returned for a touchdown. In the team's two playoff games, he had six defensive tackles and an interception, helping the Blue Bombers qualify for the Grey Cup. He played in 12 regular season games and both post-season games as he won his third Grey Cup following the Blue Bombers' 108th Grey Cup victory. On February 14, 2023, Taylor became a free agent.

Calgary Stampeders On April 21, 2023, Taylor signed with the Calgary Stampeders. He played in 11 regular season games where he had 25 defensive tackles, one interception, and one forced fumble. He became a free agent upon the expiry of his contract on February 13, 2024.

Winnipeg Blue Bombers (second stint) After sitting out most of the 2024 CFL season, Taylor signed with the Blue Bombers to a practice roster agreement on October 21, 2024. He did not play in the team's remaining regular season game, but was activated for the West Final where he recorded four defensive tackles. Taylor played in the 111th Grey Cup as a backup defensive back, but managed to record five defensive tackles in the team's loss to the Toronto Argonauts. He became a free agent in the following offseason on February 11, 2025.