Kathryn Sears
Taylor appeared in 49 games the past four seasons for the Hawkeyes, averaging 46.3 yards on 295 punts, placing 127 inside the 20 with 32 touchbacks.
He set NCAA single-season punting records last year with 4,479 yards and a 48.2-yard average. He also established career marks with a 46.3-yard average and 43 games averaging at least 40 yards per punt.
“Tory is a weapon for the whole football team,” coach Matt Eberflus said after the draft. “The punt and pins are huge. This guy is a big talent, so we’re excited to have him.”
Taylor is the first member of the Bears’ 2024 draft class to sign his rookie contract.
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