Malik Taylor, DE, Eyes Transfer Portal Amid Coaching Change
Eaglecrest Raptors senior defensive end Malik Taylor is reportedly considering a transfer to the transfer portal following the departure of head coach, Mike Jones, who led the team to a 9-3 record in 2025. Taylor's decision comes as a blow to the Raptors, who face a significant shortage of defensive linemen in their 2026 recruiting class. The 6-foot-4, 240-pound senior was a key contributor to the team's success, recording 12 sacks and 30 tackles for loss in 2025. Colorado schools, including Valor Christian and Cherry Creek, are reportedly recruiting Taylor, as are programs from neighboring states Utah and Wyoming. The Raptors will need to regroup and find a suitable replacement for Taylor, who is expected to make a decision on his future in the coming weeks.
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