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Taylor Thompson | Tight End

Team: Tennessee Titans
Age / DOB:  (23) / 10/19/1989
Ht / Wt:  6'6' / 259
College: Southern Methodist
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The Titans expect TE Taylor Thompson to be more of a factor in 2013.
Thompson, a converted defensive end, was far too raw to see real playing time in his rookie season. But if he can turn the corner in his development, there's plenty of opportunity for the 6'6/259 athlete. Jared Cook is a free agent and Craig Stevens is a blocker. Keep an eye on Thompson's upside. Mar 7 - 12:45 PM
Source: Nashville Tennessean

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Taylor Thompson - TE - Titans

Titans rookie TE Taylor Thompson caught two passes for 19 yards in the team's Week 17 win over Jacksonville.

A converted defensive end from SMU, Thompson was a fifth-round pick in April's draft. He finished his first NFL season with six receptions for just 46 yards and no scores. Blessed with big-time physical ability, Thompson will be a player to monitor during the offseason with Jared Cook ticketed for unrestricted free agency. There is some belief that Thompson could be a Rob Gronkowski-type player once he learns how to play the tight end position.
Sun, Dec 30, 2012 05:30:00 PM
Taylor Thompson - TE - Titans

Titans rookie TE Taylor Thompson has struggled in his first training camp, transitioning from college defensive end to NFL tight end.

The fifth-round pick's struggles are obviously forgivable, but also confirm he won't be making a first-year fantasy impact. Thompson has had too many fumbles and drops and is still learning to be a pass receiver. He has stood out on special teams, though, which should keep Thomas on the game-day roster initially.
Source: Nashville Tennessean
Sun, Aug 26, 2012 10:29:00 PM
Taylor Thompson - TE - Titans

Titans OC Chris Palmer said he "could not be more excited about a young player and his development" than he is with fifth-round TE Taylor Thompson.

"I think Thompson is rare," Palmer added. "This guy ... it's just a question of how good he can be. How good does he want to be? How fast will he grow?" Palmer concedes the converted defensive will struggle while making the transition to tight end, however. Look for the payoff to come down the line for the Titans.
Source: Nashville Tennessean
Thu, Aug 9, 2012 09:44:00 PM
Taylor Thompson - TE - Titans

The Nashville Tennessean confirms fifth-round TE Taylor Thompson's "rapid development" led to the release of veteran Daniel Graham last month.

Coach Mike Munchak acknowledges the hyper-athletic converted defensive end is a "work in progress," but "so far, he's done a nice job." Added position coach John Zernhelt, "It's one thing to know who to block; it's another thing to know how to block. He's just at the start of the process." For fantasy purposes, Thompson is merely a deep-league Dynasty stash.
Source: Nashville Tennessean
Thu, Jul 19, 2012 02:43:00 PM
Taylor Thompson - TE - Titans

Sources tell the Sporting News' Russ Lande that Titans fifth-rounder Taylor Thompson showed "elite athleticism similar to New England Patriots star Rob Gronkowski" in offseason practices.

The converted defensive end has comparable measurables at 6'6" and 260 pounds with a sub-4.60 forty and a 37-inch vertical. Although Thompson's hands have been softer than expected, he's obviously not in Gronk's class as a pass-catcher and playmaker. The total package is worth a stash in deep Dynasty leagues, as Thompson is an intriguing project for the Titans.
Source: Sporting News
Thu, Jul 5, 2012 07:39:00 PM
Taylor Thompson - TE - Titans

Titans GM Ruston Webster says fifth-round TE Taylor Thompson has been a "nice surprise" so far at OTAs.

"He's a very natural catcher," Webster observed. "From his defensive line days and all the weightlifting he's done, he's strong. So I think his blocking's gonna be good. It's exciting to watch him out here. ... He's a big man, and he's got really good hands." Thompson is expected to be a "redshirt" project as a rookie, but he could develop into an impact player down the line.
Source: titansonline.com
Tue, May 29, 2012 12:29:00 PM
Taylor Thompson - TE - Titans

Titans agreed to terms with fifth-round TE Taylor Thompson on a four-year contract.

A defensive end at SMU, Thompson switched to tight end at the Players All-Star Classic before blowing the doors off the Combine in February. During OTAs last week, OC Chris Palmer called Thompson's receiving skills "uncanny" while praising his "outstanding" speed, size, and hands. Thompson will likely be no higher than third on the depth chart as a rookie.
Source: Adam Caplan on Twitter
Tue, May 22, 2012 07:32:00 PM
Taylor Thompson - TE - Titans

Fifth-round TE Taylor Thompson's athleticism stood out at the Titans' rookie minicamp.

Both beat writer Jim Wyatt and second-round LB Zach Brown took notice. "...That big boy can run and he is long," Brown said. A 6-foot-6, 259 pound converted defensive end, Thompson lit up the Combine. He'll likely spend at least one season developing behind Jared Cook before the Titans look to involve him as a pass catcher, however.
Source: Nashville Tennessean
Mon, May 14, 2012 10:43:00 AM
Taylor Thompson - TE - Titans

Titans OC Chris Palmer credits fifth-round pick Taylor Thompson with "uncanny" potential as a receiving tight end.

"His growth will have to come in the technique of blocking, but as far as being a receiving tight end, I think he’s uncanny," Palmer said. "He’s got outstanding speed. He’s got outstanding size and hands." The converted defensive end caught league-wide attention during a freak Pro Day workout. Thompson figures to spend a year learning behind Jared Cook in Tennessee.
Source: Nashville Tennessean
Mon, Apr 30, 2012 04:00:00 PM
Taylor Thompson - TE - Titans

Titans selected SMU TE Taylor Thompson with the No. 145 overall pick in the 2012 draft.

Thompson was a two-time All-Conference USA selection as a defensive end, but he's moving to tight end in the pros. At 6'6/259 with a 4.56 40-yard dash and a 37-inch vertical, Thompson's measurables compare favorably with Jimmy Graham's. His body and athleticism make him an intriguing, raw prospect as a pass-catcher.
Sat, Apr 28, 2012 02:29:00 PM

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2Ryan Fitzpatrick
3Rusty Smith
4Nate Enderle
RB1Chris Johnson
2Shonn Greene
3Darius Reynaud
4Jalen Parmele
5Alvester Alexander
GLB1Shonn Greene
2Chris Johnson
3RB1Chris Johnson
2Shonn Greene
FB1Quinn Johnson
2Collin Mooney
WR11Kenny Britt
2Damian Williams
3Kevin Walter
4Michael Preston
5Marc Mariani
WR21Kendall Wright
2Justin Hunter
3Nate Washington
4Diondre Borel
5Roberto Wallace
WR31Justin Hunter
TE1Delanie Walker
2Craig Stevens
3Taylor Thompson
4Brandon Barden
5Martell Webb
K1Rob Bironas