Taylor played tailback for Centerville High School in Fairfax County, Virginia and led the State in rushing yards during his senior year.

He was one of the few ten high school seniors in the country to gray shirt and enrolled early at the University of Maryland.

Taylor maintained a strong academic performance while playing sports for the Terps.

After completing his bachelor's degree, he enrolled in the Master's Program in Real Estate Development, reflecting a vision for addressing the broad range of skills and knowledge important in creating viable, attractive and sustainable communities.

During his last year as a Maryland football player, he was accepted in the Student Career Experience Program with the Office of Realty of the Federal Highway Administration, U.S. Department of Transportation.