Washington Commanders

NFL players pay tribute to Sean Taylor nine years after his tragic death

Published Dec. 9, 2016 1:02 p.m. ET

Cameron DaSilva

Former Washington Redskins safety Sean Taylor was tragically killed in his Miami home on Nov. 27, 2007 -- nine years ago to the day. He was just 24 years old.

His death was one of the worst tragedies the NFL has ever seen, and while he may be gone, he will never be forgotten.

On the nine-year anniversary of his passing, players flooded social media with tributes to the legendary safety.

Gone but never forgotten. We miss you, Sean.#RIP21 pic.twitter.com/TzP8ddAQhx
— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) November 27, 2016

Legendary.. Rest In Peace Sean Taylor pic.twitter.com/PlAAXF7OXe
— Todd Gurley II (@TG3II) November 27, 2016

Thankful for another opportunity to play this game....RIP SEAN TAYLOR pic.twitter.com/HCvb9WOdI5
— Torrey Smith (@TorreySmithWR) November 27, 2016

#HTTR #RIPSEANTAYLOR ??? pic.twitter.com/BiU31bMmBJ
— Chris Baker (@cbaker92redskin) November 27, 2016

Rip to the Legend Sean Taylor ! One my favorite players whom I looked upto ! ™36 Sunday night under lights let's get it #savagelyfe
— kwebb (@kayvonwebster) November 27, 2016