Lawrence Taylor

Taylor, Lawrence (1959– ), U.S. football player. A linebacker known for his quickness and powerful hits, he was the National Football League (NFL) Player of the Year (1986) and the National Football Conference (NFC) defensive player of the year 3 times (1981, 82, and 86). Taylor plays for the New York Giants (1981– ) and has led the team to 2 Super Bowl victories (1987, 1991).