NFL players pay tribute to Sean Taylor nine years after his tragic death

Former Washington Redskins safety Sean Taylor was tragically killed in his Miami home on Nov. 27, 2007 — nine years ago to the day. He was just 24 years old.

His death was one of the worst tragedies the NFL has ever seen, and while he may be gone, he will never be forgotten.

On the nine-year anniversary of his passing, players flooded social media with tributes to the legendary safety.

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Gone but never forgotten. We miss you, Sean.#RIP21 pic.twitter.com/TzP8ddAQhx

— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) November 27, 2016

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You’re the reason I wear 36. You’re a reason why 21 is my favorite number. And you’re the reason why I play every play like my last. RIPSEAN

— Su’a Cravens (@Sua_Cravens) November 27, 2016

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Legendary.. Rest In Peace Sean Taylor pic.twitter.com/PlAAXF7OXe

— Todd Gurley II (@TG3II) November 27, 2016

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Thankful for another opportunity to play this game….RIP SEAN TAYLOR pic.twitter.com/HCvb9WOdI5

— Torrey Smith (@TorreySmithWR) November 27, 2016

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A photo posted by Landon Collins (@thehumble_21) on Nov 27, 2016 at 7:33am PST

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Rest In Peace King. #SeanTaylor

A photo posted by Victor Cruz (@teamvic) on Nov 27, 2016 at 8:31am PST

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#HTTR #RIPSEANTAYLOR &#55357;&#56336;&#55357;&#56336;&#55357;&#56336; pic.twitter.com/BiU31bMmBJ

— Chris Baker (@cbaker92redskin) November 27, 2016

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RIP to the #GOAT Sean Taylor Lord I thank you for allowing me to do what I love to day every single day&#55357;&#56911;&#55356;&#57342;

A photo posted by M A D M A X (@eliharold_) on Nov 27, 2016 at 7:32am PST

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Rip to the Legend Sean Taylor ! One my favorite players whom I looked upto ! ™36 Sunday night under lights let’s get it #savagelyfe

— kwebb (@kayvonwebster) November 27, 2016

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