Former NFL Scout Blaise Taylor Convicted of Murdering Pregnant Girlfriend

A jury has found former NFL scout and Arkansas State defensive back Blaise Taylor guilty of murdering his pregnant girlfriend. The conviction follows a trial regarding the death of his girlfriend.

1 Jul, 20:46 — 2 Jul, 00:49

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This story highlights the tragic outcome of domestic violence and the legal consequences for individuals, even those with public profiles. It also underscores the justice system's role in prosecuting severe crimes.

Key entitiesBlaise Taylor Jade Tennessee Titans

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What sources agree on

Blaise Taylor, a former NFL scout, was convicted of murder.
The victim was his pregnant girlfriend, identified as Jade.
The conviction occurred on July 1.

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Blaise Taylor was a former scout for the Tennessee Titans.

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Blaise Taylor was a former Arkansas State DB.

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Blaise Taylor was convicted on four felony murder counts.

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Blaise Taylor killed his pregnant girlfriend with a lethal dose of cocaine.

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Blaise Taylor now faces up to life in prison.

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The specific method of murder (lethal dose of cocaine)

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Yahoocentercenter-leftneutralMostly Factualfactual reporting, no overt political framing

enewscentercenterneutralMixedstraightforward reporting of legal outcome

tmzcentercentersensationalMixedfocus on sensational details, no political agenda

Coverage leans: balanced

The coverage is largely factual and focused on reporting the conviction, with no significant political leanings observed across the outlets.

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YahooMostly Factual32d ago

Former Arkansas State DB, NFL scout Blaise Taylor found guilty of murder on Wednesday

The former college DB and scout now faces up to life in prison.

By Teddy Ricketson

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tmzMixed33d ago

Former Tennessee Titans Scout Found Guilty of Murdering Girlfriend

Blaise Taylor -- a former scout with the Tennessee Titans -- has been convicted of murder for killing his pregnant girlfriend with a lethal dose of cocaine. The 30-year-old was convicted on four counts ... two for first-degree murder and two for…

By TMZ Staff

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enewsMixed32d ago

NFL Scout Blaise Taylor Found Guilty of Murdering Pregnant Girlfriend

Blaise Taylor has learned his fate in the murder trial for his pregnant girlfriend. The former scout for the Tennessee Titans was convicted July 1 of four felony murder counts in the case of Jade...

By Bentley Maddox

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First report: tmz · 1 Jul, 20:46|Full coverage: 3 · 4h|Window: 4h

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tmz1 Jul, 20:46First to report

Former Tennessee Titans Scout Found Guilty of Murdering Girlfriend

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Yahoo1 Jul, 22:34

Former Arkansas State DB, NFL scout Blaise Taylor found guilty of murder on Wednesday

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enews2 Jul, 00:49Latest update

NFL Scout Blaise Taylor Found Guilty of Murdering Pregnant Girlfriend

Story evolution

Initial Conviction ReportsJuly 1 afternoon/evening

Outlets began reporting the conviction of Blaise Taylor on July 1, noting his past NFL affiliation.

Detailed Conviction ReportsJuly 1 evening - July 2 morning

Further reports emerged, specifying the number of counts and the alleged method of murder.

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Former NFL Scout Blaise Taylor Convicted of Murdering Pregnant Girlfriend

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Former Arkansas State DB, NFL scout Blaise Taylor found guilty of murder on Wednesday

Former Tennessee Titans Scout Found Guilty of Murdering Girlfriend

NFL Scout Blaise Taylor Found Guilty of Murdering Pregnant Girlfriend

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Former Tennessee Titans Scout Found Guilty of Murdering Girlfriend

Former Arkansas State DB, NFL scout Blaise Taylor found guilty of murder on Wednesday

NFL Scout Blaise Taylor Found Guilty of Murdering Pregnant Girlfriend

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