Iowa Hawkeyes punter Tory Taylor was selected by the Chicago Bears in the fourth round of the NFL Draft. The team recognized his exceptional skills and decided to invest in him despite kickers and punters not typically going high in the draft.
Taylor was a standout player for the Hawkeyes, consistently producing impressive results due to the team’s offensive challenges that often resulted in three-and-outs. He won the Ray Guy Award for the best punter in college football and set a single-season record for punting yards.
The selection of Taylor as the first kicker or punter in the draft was notable, as it highlighted the importance of having a quality punter on a team. This year, two other punters were also taken in the fourth round, further underscoring this importance. The Bears recognized this and were willing to invest in securing Taylor, knowing they were getting a player with exceptional skills and a track record of success.
