Los Angeles Rams safety Jason Taylor II shared insights on potential NBA players transitioning to the NFL in a recent interview with Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson on the Scoop B Radio Podcast.
Reflecting on the crossover potential, Taylor emphasized the importance of observing basketball skills and creativity, noting that success in the NBA requires a unique set of talents.
According to Taylor, “You actually have to see somebody play basketball because basketball is a creative sport. It’s creative on the court even if you [don’t] have all the skill; you may not be the best so, I think that’s a game where you try and you gotta see who’s moving right.”
While acknowledging the athleticism of NFL receivers like Puka Nacua, who impressed in the All-Star Game, Taylor believes that certain football players could surprise in basketball given their versatility.
Taylor remarked, “A lot of guys can surprise people. I think a lot of guys who play football would be good basketball players as well.”
However, Taylor remains cautious about NBA players transitioning to the NFL, highlighting the distinct training requirements and the significance of prior football experience for a smoother transition.
In Taylor’s view, “It’s a different kind of training. I just feel like — you know, a lot of people say LeBron and it’s certain guys that actually played [football] in high school. So I think that people that had that background in football, would probably be the best.”
