CAREER
Played in nine games with no starts during his two years with the Tigers … All nine appearances came during his redshirt freshman season in 2009 … Saw action in a backup role at wide receiver and on special teams … Transferred from LSU prior to the start of the 2010 season.
REDSHIRT FRESHMAN SEASON (2009)
Played in nine games with no starts … Recorded two tackles on special teams … Saw enough action to earn a letter.
FRESHMAN SEASON (2008)
Redshirted as a true freshman in 2008.
HIGH SCHOOL
Named to the Rivals.com Louisiana Top 30… Rated as the No. 50 athlete in the nation by Rivals.com … Rated as the 12th best overall prospect in Louisiana by Rivals.com … Named to the New Orleans Times-Picayune’s Blue-Chip List, Mobile Press-Register’s Super Southeast 120 and PrepStar’s All-Southeast Region team … First-team all-state in 2007 after catching 47 passes for 827 yards and 14 touchdowns … As a junior, had 40 receptions for 650 yards and seven touchdowns … Coached by Shane Smith.
PERSONAL
Full name is Jhyryn Timeaus Taylor … Born on Oct. 26, 1988, in Bogalusa, La. … Parents are Curtis and Annette Taylor … Has eight brothers and sisters, including one who is currently on the LSU football team (Brandon) and one who just completed his eligibility with the Tigers (Curtis) … Undecided on a major.