Lawrence Taylor

Cross-checked Taylor's Hall of Fame biography, Giants championship history, his 1986 MVP season, and verified archive defensive records. Both championships lead, followed by the four-sack apex of his MVP campaign, the torn-shoulder New Orleans performance, and a three-sack plus interception showcase.

1. #1. Taylor commanded the defense that held Denver to 10 points in Super Bowl XXI, completing the season in which he became the league's first defensive MVP since 1971. Pro Football Hall of Fame: Lawrence Taylor
2. #2. Taylor helped New York control Buffalo's no-huddle offense and secure Super Bowl XXV by one point, earning his second championship. Pro Football Hall of Fame: Lawrence Taylor
3. #3. Taylor recorded four sacks against Philadelphia during his 20.5-sack MVP season, the sharpest indexed example of an offense being overwhelmed by him. Pro Football Hall of Fame: Lawrence Taylor
4. #4. Playing with a torn pectoral muscle and shoulder harness, Taylor produced three sacks and two forced fumbles in a 13–12 win over New Orleans. Pro Football Hall of Fame: Lawrence Taylor
5. #5. Taylor combined three sacks with an interception against the defending champions, displaying both the pass rush and range that transformed outside linebacker. Pro Football Hall of Fame: Lawrence Taylor

Reviewed through 2026-08-11