Ex-Titans Scout Blaise Taylor Found Guilty of Murdering Pregnant Girlfriend

Blaise Taylor, a former scout for the Tennessee Titans, has been found guilty of murdering his pregnant girlfriend. The 30-year-old was convicted on four counts, including first-degree murder.

The jury reached a verdict after an eight-day trial, deliberating for less than three hours. Prosecutors alleged that Taylor laced a drink with cocaine and gave it to Jade Benning in February 2023. The defense argued Benning had a history of drug use.

Jade was five months pregnant at the time of her death. Prosecutors claimed Taylor was the father. She died on March 6 — her 25th birthday — after several days in the hospital.

Taylor called 911, reporting that Jade was having an allergic reaction. Prosecutors believe he drugged her to prevent the baby's birth. He was arrested about a year after her death.

Taylor played college football at Arkansas State University from 2014 to 2017 before becoming a scout for the Titans. He now faces a potential life sentence. Sentencing is scheduled for a later date.

The case has shocked the sports world and the public. A former NFL scout turned convicted murderer is a rare and tragic story. Taylor's fall from grace has been swift and complete.