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MS HR77
Resolution
Status
Passed
2/17/2023
Primary Sponsor
Christopher Bell
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AI Summary
- T.C. Taylor was named the 22nd head coach of Jackson State University football, officially taking over following the Celebration Bowl
- A McComb, Mississippi native, Taylor played quarterback and wide receiver at JSU from 1998–2001, setting the single-season record with 84 receptions for 1,234 yards and 11 touchdowns as a senior, and finishing as runner-up for the 2001 Conerly Trophy behind Eli Manning
- Taylor served as an assistant coach at JSU since 2019, coaching tight ends and wide receivers during a 23-3 run that included back-to-back SWAC championships with consecutive undefeated conference seasons
- Prior to returning to JSU, Taylor coached at North Carolina Central University (2014–2018) as quarterbacks coach and offensive coordinator, helping guide the Eagles to three MEAC championships, and also coached at Texas Southern University and Coahoma Community College
- Taylor briefly played professionally, signing as a rookie free agent with the New England Patriots in 2002 and playing for the NFL Europe champion Frankfurt Galaxy in 2003
Legislative Description
T.C. Taylor; commend for being named head coach for the Jackson State University football team.
Last Action
Enrolled Bill Signed
2/17/2023
Committee Referrals
Rules2/16/2023
Full Bill Text
No bill text available