Phil Taylor (American football)

Phillip Eugene "Phil" Taylor (born April 7, 1988) is an American football defensive tackle for the Cleveland Browns of the National Football League. He was drafted 21st overall in the 2011 NFL Draft. He played college football at Baylor.

Professional career
Taylor was drafted 21st overall by the Cleveland Browns in the 2011 NFL Draft.

During his rookie season, Taylor started every game and finished the season with 59 tackles, 4 sacks, and a forced fumble. Taylor was a major standout in his rookie season, outperforming higher picks of the same position such as Nick Fairley and Corey Liuget.
 * 2011 season

Taylor was also selected to the Pro Football Weekly All-Rookie team of 2011, with teammate Jabaal Sheard.