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Taylor Decker
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Experience: 3 years
Height: 6-7
Age: 25
Weight: 311 lbs
College: Ohio State
Recent Games
WK | OPP | RESULT | G | GS |
---|---|---|---|---|
17 | @Packers | W 31 - 0 | 1 | 1 |
16 | Vikings | L 9 - 27 | 1 | 1 |
15 | @Bills | L 13 - 14 | 1 | 1 |
14 | @Cardinals | W 17 - 3 | 1 | 1 |
13 | Rams | L 16 - 30 | 1 | 1 |
12 | Bears | L 16 - 23 | 1 | 1 |
11 | Panthers | W 20 - 19 | 1 | 1 |
10 | @Bears | L 22 - 34 | 1 | 1 |
9 | @Vikings | L 9 - 24 | 1 | 1 |
8 | Seahawks | L 14 - 28 | 1 | 1 |
7 | @Dolphins | W 32 - 21 | 1 | 1 |
5 | Packers | W 31 - 23 | 1 | 1 |
4 | @Cowboys | L 24 - 26 | 1 | 1 |
3 | Patriots | W 26 - 10 | 1 | 1 |
2 | @49ers | L 27 - 30 | 1 | 1 |
1 | Jets | L 17 - 48 | 1 | 1 |
Career Stats
OffensiveLine Career
SEASON | TEAM | G | GS |
---|---|---|---|
2016 | Detroit Lions | 16 | 16 |
2017 | Detroit Lions | 8 | 8 |
2018 | Detroit Lions | 16 | 16 |
TOTAL | 40 | 40 |
Biography
The team's first-round draft selection in 2016, Decker anchored the left side of Detroit's offensive line in his rookie year and became the first Lions rookie offensive tackle to start all 16 games in a season since Jeff Backus in 2001.


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O'HARA: Decker putting last year's injury behind him
With a full year behind him in his recovery from a shoulder injury, tackle Taylor Decker can feel good about a fresh and healthy start to his third season.

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5 things to watch: Minicamp
Tim Twentyman takes a look at 5 things to watch during this week's minicamp.

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O'HARA: Davidson building smart, tough o-line
The hiring of Jeff Davidson as offensive line coach was a key step in the unit’s continued renovation.

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Ragnow lines up at guard during first open OTA
The Lions plan to utilize rookie Frank Ragnow's versatility, but for the first open OTA practice, Ragnow lined up at left guard with the first-team offense.

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10 QUESTIONS WITH TWENTYMAN: How will new linemen help run game?
Tim Twentyman answers 10 fan-submitted questions as the Lions continue their offseason training program.

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Lang: Offensive line has lofty goals, work to do
Guard T.J. Lang says the Lions offensive line has lofty goals for this year, but they need to work hard and stay healthy to achieve them.

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A CLOSER LOOK: Tackle Tyrell Crosby
Tim Twentyman and Mike O’Hara share their thoughts on the Lions’ fifth-round selection of tackle Tyrell Crosby.

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Lions draft tackle Tyrell Crosby
With the 153rd overall pick, the Detroit Lions select tackle Tyrell Crosby.

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O'HARA: Quinn relentless in improving Lions' o-line
General manager Bob Quinn has matched his words with his actions in building the Detroit Lions’ roster.

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A CLOSER LOOK: Center Frank Ragnow
Tim Twentyman and Mike O’Hara share their thoughts on the Lions’ first-round selection of center Frank Ragnow.

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O'HARA: 6 things to consider as draft draws near
Mike O'Hara takes a look at six things to consider in projecting the Lions’ first-round pick and their draft overall.

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KEY QUESTIONS: What does Quinn look for in a first-round pick?
Tim Twentyman covers all the key questions from Bob Quinn's pre-draft press conference.

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Lang, offensive line moving on from last year
Guard T.J. Lang said the Lions offensive line is moving on from last year's injuries and overall inconsistent performance.

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O'HARA'S 2018 DRAFT PREVIEW: Offensive line
Tackles are the hottest commodities on the offensive line, but there are a group of guards and centers who have risen to the top this year.

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TWENTYMAN: Where 2016 draft class stands heading into Year 3
Tim Twentyman takes a look at where the 2016 draft class stands heading into Year 3.

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Quinn open to adding more picks ahead of draft
As the 2018 NFL Draft draws closer, general manager Bob Quinn says he's open to acquiring more picks.

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Schwartz: Jeff Davidson will bring a calming effect to o-line
Former Lions OL Geoff Schwartz thinks new offensive line coach Jeff Davidson will bring a calming effect to the group.

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10 QUESTIONS WITH TWENTYMAN: What will Patricia address first?
Tim Twentyman answers 10 fan-submitted questions as the Lions dive into the offseason.

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TWENTYMAN: A look at the Lions' 26 free agents
Tim Twentyman takes a look at all 26 of the Detroit Lions' soon to be free agents.

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2017 Position Breakdown: Offensive line
Tim Twentyman provides the good, the bad, the MVP and more on the offensive line's 2017 performance.

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Quinn clear: Lions looking to win, and win now
GM Bob Quinn made it very clear Monday that expectations in Detroit moving forward are high, and he believes the window to win is now.

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10 QUESTIONS WITH TWENTYMAN: Will Lions address run game this offseason?
Tim Twentyman answers 10 fan-submitted questions as the Lions prepare for their Week 17 matchup against the Packers.

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O'HARA'S FRIDAY FOCUS: Everyone has something to play for
Whatever the reasons, there are players who have something at stake regardless of the team’s circumstances and position in the standings.

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NOTEBOOK: Why Quin is optimistic about Lions' future
Tim Twentyman covers all the news from Thursday's practice including hope for the future, Teez Tabor's development and more.

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O'HARA'S FINAL THOUGHTS: Celebration could steal the show
Mike O'Hara shares his final thoughts heading into Sunday's Lions-Bengals matchup.