Aggie CBs heeding Raymond’s advice Aug 28, 2009
Published: Friday, August 28, 2009 2:52 AM CDT Corey Raymond says he s sharing with Utah State s cornerbacks all he learned in his New York Giants playing days from the likes of Lawrence Taylor and Everson Walls. It appears from Aggie practice sessions that Kejon Murphy, Curtis Marsh, Chris Harris, Quinton Byrd and Chris Randle are paying attention, which could help match the hopes of even the most expectant Aggie fans for 2009. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
History mixed at UNC Aug 27, 2009
But it's far less than awaited Crum, whose first two teams included Amos Lawrence, Kelvin Bryant, Ron Wooten, Rick Donnalley, Lawrence Taylor, Donnell Thompson, Darrell Nicholson, Buddy Curry, Ricky Barden, William Fuller, Jeff Hayes -- darn near a decent NFL roster. Since Carolina began fielding football teams in 1889, there's been a short shelf on its coaches, for various reasons. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Extra Points: 1-On-1 Trench Warfare Aug 22, 2009
It was during these 10 to 15 minutes on Navy Field over the years that Lawrence Taylor, at 240 pounds, bull-rushed 300-pound tackles, grabbed them by the shoulder pads and pitched them into the weeds behind Parker Dorm. Here Vonnie Holliday perfected his version of the Reggie White "hump move," where he'd fake a step in one direction, get the blocker to commit, then club the opponent with his inside arm and cut to the opposite side. (Tarheelblue.com)
Down East Boys Make An Impact Aug 20, 2009
The Tidewater area of Virginia has produced some notable Tar Heels (Lawrence Taylor, , , ), and some contributors have come out of the Charlotte area (, ) ... "The VA boys say they have old-times like Lawrence Taylor. We say we've got guys, too. Everyone who is ballin' on the team is from eastern North Carolina.". (Tarheelblue.com)
Defense highlights new Hall of Fame class Aug 9, 2009
l Lawrence Taylor, linebacker. l Derrick Thomas, linebacker. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Belichick on Smith: "You had to game plan..." Aug 5, 2009
Q: Can you compare Bruce Smith to Lawrence Taylor ... Lawrence Taylor was kind of from the tight end position in ... Q: [On game planning for both Bruce Smith and Lawrence Taylor. (BillsReport.com)
'Bullet' Bob finally land among football's best Aug 5, 2009
Hayes' supporters were really rankled in 1999 when Lawrence Taylor _ who brought a new dimension to the linebacker's spot just like Hayes did to receiver, and also had his share of drug problems _ was elected into the Hall on his first try. Taylor even had the public support of then-commissioner Paul Tagliabue. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Nike Halts 'V is for Victory' Campaign; Resolves Pony Suit Aug 5, 2009
Among the many athletes who wore PONY shoes were Pele, Muhammad Ali, George Foreman, David Thompson, Darryl Dawkins, Spud Webb, Dan Marino, Lawrence Taylor, Reggie Jackson, Tracey Austin, and most recently New York Knicks' all-star Wilson Chandler. Pony is a designer, distributor, and marketer of high performance, athletic and lifestyle footwear and apparel for men, women, and children. (PR Newswire)
Miami Dolphins' Bill Parcells likes to find players who have something to prove Jul 27, 2009
Brought in to bolster a a veteran core that included Phil Simms, Lawrence Taylor and Dave Duerson were 30-year-old defensive back Everson Walls, an All-Pro cornerback in Dallas who moved to free safety, and 32-year-old linebacker Johnie Cooks, a one-time star with the Colts. "I'm just trying to prove myself to this team,'' Walls said that season. "Bill Parcells is such a hard coach to please. (The Palm Beach Post)
A unique skill set at the leadoff spot Jul 27, 2009
In football, Lawrence Taylor has been approached but not replicated. In soccer. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Allen voices frustration with Favre Jul 22, 2009
If (Giants Hall of Famer) Lawrence Taylor came out of retirement, you take him just to see what he can do. Brett absolutely has proven that hes one of the best ever at what he does. (VikingUpdate.com)
Warrior tradition lives on in this Lumberjack Jul 18, 2009
Growing up watching the Vikings and players like Lawrence Taylor and Jack Del Rio, football has been a part of Feierbend's life since he was little. "My father got me started playing football," Feierbend said. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Tahoe celebrates 20 years of celebrity golf Jul 10, 2009
It continues to get bigger every year," he said. More than 70 golfers will be competing this year for the $600,000 purse and $125,000 winner's check at the American Century Celebrity Golf Championship from July 17-19. Michael Jordan, Wayne Gretzky, John Elway, Jerry Rice, Charles Barkley, Dale Jarrett, Jason Kidd, Mario Lemieux, Marcus Allen, Ray Allen, Dan Marino, Lawrence Taylor and Emmitt Smith are among the annual fan favorites who will smack and hack their way around the 7,555-yard Edgewood... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Peter KingINSIDE THE NFL Jul 10, 2009
Gale Sayers, Barry Sanders top football Thrill List - Peter King - SI.com. Posted: Thursday July 9, 2009 10:23AM; Updated: Thursday July 9, 2009 12:49PM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
College football Jul 10, 2009
Posted: Thursday July 9, 2009 10:14AM; Updated: Thursday July 9, 2009 1:18PM. Vince Young led Texas to many improbable comebacks, including one against Matt Leinart and USC for the national title. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
What A Thrill Jul 10, 2009
Lawrence Taylor, North Carolina Before he lit it up on Broadway, LT was the scourge of the ACC. Arguably the most ferocious pass rusher in college football history, he led North Carolina to an 11-1 record in 1980, amassing 16 sacks despite almost never being single-blocked. 9. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
Celebrity golf Jun 25, 2009
Lawrence Taylor and Joe Theismann discuss their infamous memory. Carson Palmer, David Carr and Jerry Rice have fun with the fans. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Biscuit talks Bama Jun 25, 2009
(Former Tide Coach) Ray Perkins was my coach at the University and had just come from the Giants who drafted Lawrence Taylor. He saw some of the same qualities-the size, strength, quickness, the ability to get to the football, and the extras a good linebacker should have. (Alabama Sports -- Rivals.com)
Amesbury actor worthy of 'Notice' Jun 24, 2009
Joining Wahlberg on the green were Joe Theismann, Lawrence Taylor, Marcus Allen, Jim McMahon, and Bruce Jenner. We wouldn t be surprised if Wahlberg left his golf buddies to come straight to Boston. (Boston Globe)
Abe’s absence will help young D-linemen May 28, 2009
For a better understanding imagine if Lawrence Taylor only had to concentrate on getting sacks, he probably would have easily had 5 a game and he would hold the all-time sack record. But LT was a beast in all aspects of the game, whether that was chasing down QBs for sacks, tackling running backs in the backfield or dropping into coverage, he was the total package. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Saints' defense shows new identity May 22, 2009
They talked trash, engaged contact until the echo of the whistle and generally flew around, to paraphrase Giants great Lawrence Taylor, like a bunch of crazed dogs. On seemingly every play the defense attacked. (Nola.com -- Sports)
LIVESTRONG® Global Cancer Campaign Shares Center Stage with Celebrities and Athletes at American Century Championship May 22, 2009
Returning players include Michael Jordan, Dan Marino, Charles Barkley, Tony Romo, Ben Roethlisberger, Ray Romano, Mario Lemieux, Lawrence Taylor, Dale Jarrett and Jerry Rice. Theyll be joined by tournament newcomers Matt Cassel, Ozzie Smith, Matt Leinart and Wade Phillips. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Shawn adds 'Dancing' title to her list May 20, 2009
Previously dismissed celebrities -- including Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak, rodeo champ Ty Murray, funnyman Steve-O, singer Belinda Carlisle, rapper Lil Kim, former football star Lawrence Taylor, country singer Chuck Wicks, reality star Holly Madison, and actors David Alan Grier and Denise Richards -- returned for a last dance. Story Comments. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Shawn Johnson Is New Dancing Champ May 20, 2009
Previously dismissed celebrities - including Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak, rodeo champ Ty Murray, funnyman Steve-O, singer Belinda Carlisle, rapper Lil Kim, former football star Lawrence Taylor, country singer Chuck Wicks, reality star Holly Madison, and actors David Alan Grier and Denise Richards - returned for a last dance. While Johnson was paid increasingly by the episode, she got nothing extra for taking the mirroball trophy, according to court documents filed in Los Angeles. (CBS News)
"Dancing With The Stars" May 20, 2009
The Other Dancers: Ty Murray and Chelsea Hightower Lil' Kim and Derek Hough Chuck Wicks and Julianne Hough Lawrence Taylor and Edyta Sliwinska Steve-O and Lacey Schwimmer David Alan Grier and Kym Johnson Steve Wozniak and Karina Smirnoff Holly Madison and Dmitry Chaplin Denise Richards and Maksim Chmerkovskiy Belinda Carlyle and Jonathan Roberts. Injuries sidelined two "DWTS" celebrities, "Access Hollywood" host Nancy O'Dell and singer Jewel, before the show could even begin. (CBS News)
Taylor takes less money for Dolphins return May 14, 2009
When asked if the decision to take Taylor back was difficult, Bill Parcells, Miami's executive vice president of football operations, told ESPN, "If we can get Lawrence Taylor to come back, we'll take him, too.". The Redskins released Taylor when he told them he wouldn't participate in the offseason workouts because it was more important to spend time with his family, which wasn't moving north to be with him during the season. (ESPN -- Football)
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Also, any school that can boast the likes of Charlie "Choo-Choo" Justice, Lawrence Taylor and Julius Peppers among its former players has some sense of tradition. Under Davis, the program has won some national recruiting battles ( in the Class of 2007 comes to mind) and collected a lot of young talent. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Jack In The Box -- Pat Swilling: An Appreciation May 6, 2009
" Tech opened that season 3-0, including a 48-3 rout of the Citadel in which Swilling literally knocked Citadel quarterback Robert Hill out of the game. Out of his senses, too. Tech finished 6-4-1 that fall, including a 35-18 triumph at Georgia that stopped a six-year losing streak to the Dogs. Swilling struck for five sacks that season. It was merely an appetizer. "I've never been in a game or coached a game where I saw somebody do that," Curry said the following September, after Tech opened... (Ramblinwreck.com)
The best NFL draft picks of all time Apr 28, 2009
Then they drafted Lawrence Taylor ... "Lawrence Taylor, defensively, has had as big an impact as any player I've ever seen," recently retired NFL broadcaster John Madden told ESPN Classic. (ESPN -- Football)
Get Into The Game Apr 20, 2009
Top picks explain how they'll "make a great pro" because of their "hard work," "passion" and "competitiveness." An interview with Giant legend Lawrence Taylor is likewise wasted -- it's not so much that SN harps on tired questions about L.T.'s years as a cokehead, but rather that it harps on them lamely and vaguely as it deletes all his expletives. We were, however, intrigued by Bill Parcells' comment that he and L.T. "needed each other.". (New York Post -- Business)
`Dancing With the Stars' loses another celebrity Apr 16, 2009
Seven celebrities remain in the competition: Rapper Lil Kim, rodeo champ Ty Murray, former football star Lawrence Taylor, Olympic gymnast Shawn Johnson, country singer Chuck Wicks, "Bachelor" star Melissa Rycroft and actor Gilles Marini. . (Albany Times Union)
''Dancing With the Stars': Lil' Kim Jives to the Top Apr 15, 2009
Right now, the contenders would be Gilles, Lil Kim, Melissa, and gymnast Shawn Johnson, while the pretenders are Steve-O, country singer Chuck Wicks, former football player Lawrence Taylor, and rodeo star Ty Murray, although Steve barely bothered to pretend tonight ... Lawrence Taylor, who survived the bottom-two dance-off last week, needed to work on his charisma, so in his rehearsal segment, he got a pep talk from a season 7 Dancing contestant who was nothing but charisma, Warren Sapp. (Fox News)
Reality Star Steve-O Kicked Off "Dancing" Apr 15, 2009
Seven celebrities remain in the competition: Rapper Lil Kim, rodeo champ Ty Murray, former football star Lawrence Taylor, Olympic gymnast Shawn Johnson, country singer Chuck Wicks, "Bachelor" star Melissa Rycroft and actor Gilles Marini. MMIX The Associated Press. (CBS News)
Dancing with the Stars recap: Chuck & Juliannes rumba too raunchy? Apr 14, 2009
Lawrence Taylor liwi ska, jive (22). Hes supposed to have a huge smile on his face, but hes so serious. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Moving pass-rushers just a way of life Apr 12, 2009
Of the top 20 on the league's all-time sack list (the stat became official in 1982), only three players remained with one team their entire careers New York Giants defensive end Michael Strahan, Giants linebacker Lawrence Taylor and Kansas City linebacker Derrick Thomas. The top seven players on the current sack chart have all changed addresses at least once. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Grier Axed From "Dancing With The Stars" Apr 8, 2009
Grier and professional partner Kym Johnson earned 24 points out of 30 for their Viennese Waltz Tuesday, beating Lawrence Taylor in the dance-off duel by four points ... Besides Steve-O, remaining competitors include rapper Lil Kim, rodeo champ Ty Murray, former football star Lawrence Taylor, Olympic gymnast Shawn Johnson, country singer Chuck Wicks, "Bachelor" star Melissa Rycroft and actor Gilles Marini. (CBS News)
Shirtless, steamy Gilles heats up Dancing Apr 7, 2009
Lawrence Taylor started the evenings paso doble showcase ... Lil Kim, Lawrence Taylor and Steve Wozniak are among those who will cha-cha for the mirror ball trophy in Season 8. (MSNBC -- News)
Dancing hands out first perfect 30 of season Apr 1, 2009
As Tom Bergeron reminded us, Lawrence Taylor actually skipped golf last week to practice, but his scores were still midrange ... Lil Kim, Lawrence Taylor and Steve Wozniak are among those who will cha-cha for the mirror ball trophy in Season 8 ... As for the other, it seems that either Steve or Steve-O is a possibility, with everyone else dancing significantly better, except for Lawrence Taylor, who undoubtedly hasnt run out of NFL fans yet. (MSNBC -- News)
Wozniak, Madison survive 'Dancing' elimination Mar 26, 2009
Girls Next Door fans and tech-heads protected Holly Madison and Steve Wozniak, leaving Denise Richards the lowest vote-getter on Tuesday's Dancing elimination show. By Lorinda Toledo, Associated Press LOS ANGELES She may be the girl next door, but Holly Madison's reality star status was what kept her in the competition on "Dancing With the Stars." Denise Richards earned extra points for her samba during Tuesday's results show, but it didn't help the 38-year-old actress compete with Madison's... (USA Today -- Life)
'Dancing': Who got the boot? Mar 25, 2009
Second celebrity cast off 'Dancing With the Stars. By LORINDA TOLEDO Associated Press Writer. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Denise Richards booted from Dancing With the Stars Mar 25, 2009
By LORINDA TOLEDO, Associated Press Writer. Wednesday, March 25, 2009. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Three-way tie for first on Dancing Mar 24, 2009
A good week for the athletesOne of last weeks surprises was an improved Lawrence Taylor, who faced the samba this week and said he was stressing ... Lil Kim, Lawrence Taylor and Steve Wozniak are among those who will cha-cha for the mirror ball trophy in Season 8. (MSNBC -- News)
Memphis Back in NCAA Tournament With Stingier D Mar 19, 2009
"I'm saying, 'You're out of your mind. We lost the No. 1 pick in the draft, lost a first-team All-American and lost who might as well have been Lawrence Taylor.". Calipari started watching his team closer and agreed. (Gotigersgo.com)
It's a no go for the Go-Go on DWTS Mar 18, 2009
include rapper Lil Kim, former football star Lawrence Taylor, Olympic gymnast Shawn Johnson, country singer Chuck Wicks, reality stars Melissa Rycroft and Holly Madison, and actors David Alan Grier, Gilles Marini and Denise Richards. Bookmark/Share. (KHOU.com, TX)
For Patriots, a sprinkling of Peppers talk Mar 17, 2009
FOXBOROUGH - Bill Belichick built his reputation as a defensive guru in part by maximizing the potential of an incredibly gifted pass rusher from the University of North Carolina, Lawrence Taylor. Now, he might be looking to repeat that with another UNC pass-rushing prodigy, Carolina Panthers defensive end Julius Peppers. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Gilles, Melissaare Stars to beat Mar 17, 2009
Lil Kim, Lawrence Taylor and Steve Wozniak are among those who will cha-cha for the mirror ball trophy in Season 8 ... Last week was hard on NFL veteran Lawrence Taylor, but he was another who improved. (MSNBC -- News)
Coach Calipari Teleconference Quotes Mar 17, 2009
We lost the number one pick in the draft, we lost a first-team All-American and we lost who might as well have been Lawrence Taylor. I told them that they were crazy, but the more I watched, the more that I said, "You know what, we're really good.". (Gotigersgo.com)
Steve-O on Dancing Mar 11, 2009
Sure, New York Giants great Lawrence Taylor is also vying for the winners disco ball, and he lives in Broward County. But hes expected to garner more support from the Northeast. (The Palm Beach Post)
Dancing substitutes shine in season debut Mar 10, 2009
NFL legend Lawrence Taylor came in knowing the legacy of football players like Emmitt Smith in fact, he dressed so much like Emmitt did for his first performance that there was quite a resemblance. Lawrence isnt a natural dancer, and he lacks Emmitts billion-watt grin and infectious warmth, but his cha-cha was okay, and the always-game Edyta Sliwinska certainly shook everything she had on his behalf. (MSNBC -- News)
Jewel, Nancy O'Dell drop out of 'Dancing With the Stars' Mar 7, 2009
Other contestants include Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak, rapper Lil Kim, former football star Lawrence Taylor, Olympic gymnast Shawn Johnson, singers Chuck Wicks and Belinda Carlisle, TV personality Steve-O, and actors David Alan Grier, Gilles Marini and Denise Richards. Bookmark/Share. (KHOU.com, TX)
Triangle boasts 3 Hall of Fame nominees Mar 4, 2009
Former Triangle football stars Dennis Byrd (N.C. State), Clarkston Hines (Duke) and Lawrence Taylor (North Carolina) are among 76 players under consideration for College Football Hall of Fame enshrinement. The list nominees, released today by the National Football Foundation, also includes Marco Coleman and Pat Swilling (Georgia Tech), Gary Collins (Maryland), Deion Sanders (Florida State) and Gino Toretta (Miami) from ACC schools. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Apple's Woz waltzes into the spotlight Feb 24, 2009
He wouldn't make any predictions about the competition -- which include rapper Lil' Kim, Olympic gymnast Shawn Johnson and former New York Giants linebacker Lawrence Taylor -- but Wozniak may have a secret weapon in his cult-like following in the tech world. A Facebook page and website have already sprung up to rally tech geeks to vote for him. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
THE TECH CHRONICLES A daily dose of postings from The Chronicle's... Feb 24, 2009
Also scheduled to appear is Lawrence Taylor, the former linebacker for the New York Giants who led his team to victory in two Super Bowl games and is now in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. At Wozniak's home page, , and on a Facebook page, his fellow techies are already trying to organize to sway the vote in his favor. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
The TD Show takes combine by storm Feb 23, 2009
A guy like Reed or Polamalu is as close to a Lawrence Taylor as you get these days. I d love to have that, or something like it. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Former New York Pro Bowler Van Pelt dies at 57 Feb 19, 2009
Van Pelt's only winning season with the Giants came in 1981, when Lawrence Taylor was drafted and the team made the playoffs for the first time in 18 seasons. Van Pelt played strong side linebacker with Taylor on the weak side and Harry Carson and Brian Kelley in the middle of a group called the "Crunch Bunch.". (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Samantha Harris picks top Dancing contender Feb 14, 2009
Lil Kim, Jewel, Lawrence Taylor and Steve Wozniak are among those who will cha-cha for the mirror ball trophy. more photos. (MSNBC -- News)
'Souvenir' actress Smart in hospital Feb 11, 2009
LOS ANGELES ABC says the new season of "Dancing with the Stars" will feature computer guru Steve Wozniak along with husband-and-wife competitors Jewel and Ty Murray and football great Lawrence Taylor. The network announced the field of 13 celebrity competitors Sunday. (Honolulu Advertiser)
New Dancing cast draws a big, fat yawn Feb 10, 2009
The athletes: In some ways, the most standard-issue Dancing recruits of the season are the athletes, Olympic gymnast Shawn Johnson and former New York Giants linebacker Lawrence Taylor. Johnson seems like a good bet, what with the dance elements and body control inherent in gymnastics, but Taylor goes under unpredictable, given that football players tend to have strong fan support and skills anywhere between sublime and ridiculous. (MSNBC -- News)
New 'Dancing' Cast Feb 10, 2009
Another star athlete in the field is Lawrence Taylor, the former New York Giant and Hall of Famer. The other celebrity hoofers are Go-Go's lead singer Belinda Carlisle; rapper Lil' Kim; actress Denise Richards; actor-comedian David Alan Grier (Comedy Central's "Chocolate News"); Gilles Marini, who played the neighbor ogled by Kim Cattrall's Samantha in the "Sex and the City" film; Steve-O (MTV's "Wildboyz") and TV host Nancy O'Dell of "Access Hollywood.". (Fox News)
NFL Hall of Famer in 'Dancing with Stars' lineup Feb 10, 2009
In a Dec. 8, 2008, file photo Lawrence Taylor, left, a member of the NFL Hall of Fame, talks with Carolina Panthers president Mark Richardson before an NFL football game in Charlotte, N.C. ABC announced Sunday Feb. 8, 2009, that Taylor will be among the competitors for the eighth season of 'Dancing with the Stars ... Another star athlete in the field is Lawrence Taylor, the former New York Giant and Hall of Famer. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
More reviews Feb 10, 2009
Former NFL great Lawrence Taylor joins Dancing with the Stars ... The first name to jump out at me Lawrence Taylor. (The Palm Beach Post)
Rapper Lil' Kim joins "Dancing with the Stars" Feb 10, 2009
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Grammy-award winning rapper Lil' Kim, Olympic gymnast Shawn Johnson and former New York Giants linebacker Lawrence Taylor will hit the floor for "Dancing With the Stars" when the show returns for an 8th season in March, ABC said on Monday. They will be joined by real-life couples, rodeo athlete Ty Murray and his singer wife Jewel, and country star Chuck Wicks and his girlfriend, two-time "Dancing With the Stars" champion Julianne Hough. (Reuters)
Wozniak to hoof it on 'Dancing with the Stars' Feb 9, 2009
LOS ANGELES (AP) - ABC says the new season of "Dancing with the Stars" will feature computer guru Steve Wozniak along with husband & wife competitors Jewel and Ty Murray and football great Lawrence Taylor. The network announced the field of 13 celebrity competitors Sunday. (KOLD.com, AZ)
The Stars Who Will Be Competing in Season 8 Revealed Feb 8, 2009
ABC News: 'DWS' Announces Season 8 Cast. DWS' Announces Season 8 Cast. (ABC News)
Athletes: We'd pay to watch Tiger play Feb 8, 2009
Lawrence Taylor struck fear into opponents. Just ask Joe Theismann. (MSNBC -- Sports)
