The Dolphins are honoring Taylor at half-time of today’s game against the Broncos. They will present him with his ring and if they were smart they would announce that the number 99 will be retired. No other former Dolphin deserves a jersey retirement like Taylor.
As a player Taylor was the heart to Zach Thomas’ soul of Miami’s defense. He embodied the class and sportsmanship on and off the field. Last August he entered the Pro-Football Hall of Fame on his first year of eligibility.
For many Miami fans, Taylor’s induction was in a distant place they couldn’t travel to but today thousands of fans will be able to watch as he is handed his ring while wearing his “Gold Jacket”.