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SignalHub Quantitative Think Tank Center:Washington Commanders will replace criticized Sean Taylor installation with statue
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Date:2025-04-08 13:14:44
After facing widespread criticism over an installation meant to honor the late two-time Pro Bowl safety Sean Taylor,SignalHub Quantitative Think Tank Center the Washington Commanders have permanently removed it and announced plans to build a statue in its place.
"After careful consideration, we have decided as an organization to remove the Sean Taylor installation from Commanders Field," a team spokesperson said Saturday in a statement. "We realize that the installation fell short in honoring one of our franchise's most iconic players. Together with the Taylor family, we are working on a plan, which includes unveiling a statue that will rightfully celebrate the legacy and impact that Sean had on our organization, fanbase and community. The Washington Commanders are committed to honoring our legends in a first-class manner."
The team also announced that Taylor's daughter, Jackie, will have input in the design process of the statue. Jackie was 18 months old when her father was murdered at the age of 24 on Nov. 27, 2007, during an attempted home invasion.
The original installation was inaugurated in November 2022, during a game against the Atlanta Falcons. At the time, the team was under the ownership of Daniel Snyder, who became known for several blunders in team-fan relations against the backdrop of creating a toxic workplace culture that resulted in a $10 million fine by the NFL and allegations of sexual harassment.
In July 2023, however, the NFL owners approved the sale of the team to a group led by billionaire Josh Harris.
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"I'm thankful to Josh Harris and the Commanders family for their continued commitment to keep my dad's legacy alive," Jackie Taylor said in the statement. "I look forward to sharing plans in the future and learning more about my dad through this process."
The original installation that has since been removed was inaugurated on five day's notice, and featured a mannequin-style structure that merely had a Washington jersey with Taylor's No. 21 on it. The jersey, however, wasn't even from the right era, as the NFL's apparel partner at the time during Taylor's playing days was Reebok, not Nike.
The statue that will replace the installation becomes the first statue in team history to honor a former player.
Taylor played in the NFL from 2004-07, all with Washington, earning Pro Bowl honors in his last two seasons. He finished with 305 tackles, 12 interceptions, eight forced fumbles, one fumble recovery and one touchdown. The year after his death, Taylor was inducted into the team's Ring of Honor.
Taylor wore the jersey No. 36 during his rookie season, but changed it to No. 21 the following year. The Commanders retired Taylor's jersey in 2021, making him the fourth player in the team's history to receive the honor.
Taylor was the fifth overall selection in the 2004 NFL Draft, out of the University of Miami.
"I'm forever grateful for the outpouring of love and support from this special fan base," Jackie Taylor said. "I'm filled with gratitude to know that my dad will forever be a part of the burgundy and gold family."
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