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Trent Taylor Announces Retirement After Seven NFL Seasons
7/12/2026, 12:38:33 PM
Retirement Announcement
Wide receiver Trent Taylor confirmed his retirement from the National Football League via a post on his personal social-media account. The announcement was echoed by his wife, who shared the news on Instagram, indicating that the former San Francisco 49ers player is ending his professional career.
Career Overview
Taylor entered the league after the 2017 NFL Draft, when the San Francisco 49ers selected him in the fifth round, 177th overall, out of Louisiana Tech. He spent his first four seasons with the 49ers, missing the entire 2019 campaign because of a foot injury. Subsequent stints included two seasons with the Cincinnati Bengals (2021-2022) and a 2023 season with the Chicago Bears. He returned to San Francisco in 2024, appearing in two games before being placed on injured reserve on June 3, 2025, due to a back injury that caused him to miss the entire 2025 season.
Statistical Summary
Across 80 regular-season games, Taylor recorded 88 receptions for 845 receiving yards and three touchdowns. He added five rushing attempts for 13 yards, bringing his total scrimmage yards to 858. On special teams, he accumulated 1,051 punt-return yards and 106 kick-return yards. His rookie year featured 43 receptions for 430 yards and two touchdowns in 15 games.
Official Announcements
Taylor’s personal social-media post celebrated his retirement alongside longtime teammate tight end George Kittle. His wife’s Instagram message served as the family’s public confirmation of the decision. No additional statements from the 49ers organization or other teams were provided in the source material.
Background & Recent Injury
The foot injury that sidelined Taylor for the 2019 season and the back injury leading to his 2025 injured-reserve placement are the most recent health setbacks noted. Both injuries contributed to limited playing time in his final years, culminating in the decision to retire after seven active NFL seasons.
