All The Smoke ALL THE SMOKE: The Man Who Changed Football - Lawrence Taylor
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Oct 6, 2024 Lawrence Taylor, an NFL legend celebrated for his groundbreaking defensive prowess, recounts his remarkable journey from UNC basketball to NFL dominance. He shares candid tales of his relationships with coaching greats Bill Belichick and Bill Parcells, and reflects on the nightlife of 1980s New York. Taylor also dives into his Hollywood transition with 'Any Given Sunday,' along with memorable encounters, including golfing with Michael Jordan. This insightful conversation illuminates the life of a sports icon who changed the game forever.
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Late Start to Football
- Lawrence Taylor's high school football coach challenged him to switch from baseball.
- He excelled quickly, becoming an All-American despite initial struggles.
UNC Basketball
- Taylor played basketball at UNC with Michael Jordan and James Worthy.
- Their intramural team was disqualified for having an ineligible player.
Trouble at UNC
- After getting in trouble at UNC, Taylor was banished from South Campus.
- The university housed him in a four-story building on North Campus, giving him a whole floor to himself.