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Former TCU walk-on brings his underdog mentality to his fight against stage 4 cancer


BY PETER DAWSON AND LENA BLIETZ
pdawson@star-telegram.com
lblietz@star-telegram.com

FORT WORTH – Stats-wise, Phil Taylor barely registered a blip during his four years as a walk-on receiver at TCU: one career reception.

But for pure competitiveness, personal strength and concern for others — for qualities that show a person's character beyond the numbers — few former Frogs are held in higher regard.

“He definitely set the precedent on how to conduct yourself, not only as a walk-on but as a TCU player in general,” former TCU receiver Deante' Gray said.

Read more at http://www.star-telegram.com/sports/college/big-12/texas-christian-university/article205829764.html
 
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