McKendree University Athletics

2012 SEASON: Was the Bearcats' second-leading rusher as a freshman, gaining 355 yards on 68 carries...gained a season-high 71 yards in the season finale against Saint Joseph's...scored two touchdowns for McKendree, one of which came on a season-long 60-yard burst at Quincy on Oct. 20...also caught five passes for 72 yards...had two receptions each in games against Missouri S & T and Saint Joseph's.

BEFORE McK: Put together a stellar career at Marian Catholic High School...gained more than 3,300 yards in three varsity seasons and ranks second on the Spartans' career rushing list...posted 1,460 yards on the ground with 14 touchdowns as a senior...notched 1,268 yards rushing with 13 scores during his junior year...was a three-time All-Conference honoree...named the league Offensive Player of the Year in 2010...earned honorable mention All-State accolades.

PERSONAL: Is the son of Kawan Taylor.