Date of Birth: May 10, 1983
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Biography
Zac Taylor is an American football coach currently serving as the head coach of the Cincinnati Bengals in the National Football League (NFL). Born in Norman, Oklahoma, Taylor grew up around football, as his father was a defensive back and captain on the University of Oklahoma’s 1975 national championship team. Taylor attended the University of Nebraska, where he played quarterback for the Cornhuskers. After not being drafted in the 2007 NFL Draft, he briefly played in the Canadian Football League. Taylor began his coaching career as a graduate assistant at Texas A&M in 2008. He joined the Miami Dolphins as an assistant quarterbacks coach in 2012 and was promoted to quarterbacks coach in 2013. He later worked with the Los Angeles Rams as an assistant wide receivers coach and quarterbacks coach under Sean McVay, where he gained recognition for his offensive acumen. In 2019, he was hired as the head coach of the Cincinnati Bengals. Under his leadership, the Bengals reached Super Bowl LVI in the 2021 season. Taylor is known for his innovative offensive strategies and his ability to develop young talent.
5 Interesting Facts about Zac Taylor
1. Zac Taylor was a finalist for the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award during his senior year at Nebraska.
2. He is married to Sarah Sherman, who is the daughter of former Green Bay Packers head coach Mike Sherman.
3. Before becoming a head coach, Taylor spent time as an analyst for the University of Cincinnati Bearcats.
4. In 2021, he led the Bengals to their first playoff win in 31 years.
5. Taylor played a key role in developing Joe Burrow, the Bengals’ quarterback and the first overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Zac Taylor
1. “Success is never owned, it’s rented, and the rent is due every day.”
2. “The best way to predict your future is to create it.”
3. “Football is not just a game; it’s a team effort where everyone has to buy in.”
4. “There’s no substitute for hard work and preparation.”
5. “You can’t control the outcome, but you can control the effort and attitude you bring every day.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
As of 2023, Zac Taylor’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $4 million.
Children
Zac Taylor and his wife, Sarah, have four children: Brooks, Luke, Emma Claire, and Milly.
Relevant Links
2. [Zac Taylor – Pro Football Reference](https://www.pro-football-reference.com/coaches/TaylZa0.htm
4. [Zac Taylor Player Stats – Nebraska](https://huskers.com/sports/football/roster/zac-taylor/14125
