Bowen ranked Taylor as the No. 12 overall defensive back on his top 50 free‑agent list and identified a perennial Super Bowl contender as the ideal landing spot. The Rams, who struggled with speed in the secondary after their NFC Championship loss, would benefit from Taylor’s versatility and play‑making ability.
Taylor, who recorded two interceptions for the Saints in 2025, is a high‑risk, high‑reward defender with elite explosiveness and aggressive run support. In a system with established defensive structure, the Rams could deploy him both outside and in the slot, potentially mirroring the hybrid role that helped Jalen Ramsey thrive.