UM's Akheem Mesidor, a rising NFL draft prospect, credits Dolphins great Jason Taylor
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UM's Akheem Mesidor, a rising NFL draft prospect, credits Dolphins great Jason Taylor
"AVENTURA - Jason Taylor, the Miami Dolphins great and NFL Hall of Fame defensive end, already has a standout legacy in South Florida as a player. He's now building a legacy as a coach, leading Miami Hurricanes defensive linemen, and that path could see him end up with two edge rushers selected in the first round of the late April draft off a team that reached college football's national championship game."
"Mesidor had 12 ½ sacks last season, which led the ACC and were third in all the FBS. "A lot of coaches don't let you work on your craft and are super stubborn, you know? It's his way or the highway," Mesidor continued. "JT, if something works for you, he's going to help you perfect that craft. It's been awesome to pick his brain. He's helped me a ton, mentally and, the season I had this year, i"
Jason Taylor has moved from an acclaimed NFL playing career into coaching Miami Hurricanes defensive linemen and is influencing high-level NFL prospects. The Hurricanes could see two edge rushers drafted in the first round, with Rueben Bain widely projected as a top-10 pick and Akheem Mesidor positioned as another potential first-round selection. Mesidor credits Taylor's mentorship for much of his development after transferring to Miami, citing Taylor's direct, player-focused coaching approach. Mesidor produced 12 1/2 sacks last season, leading the ACC and ranking third nationally in FBS.
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