Nicknamed "L.T.", former Hall of Fame American football player Lawrence Julius Taylor is back in the news once again, but for the wrong reasons. It’s sad but true – this great athlete who was once considered the greatest defensive football player of all time is almost defenseless these days. On May 6th he was arrested for allegedly raping a 16-year-old girl in a New York Hotel. Bad habits die hard. He is a controversy’s child who always led a controversial lifestyle during and after his enviable football career.

A Controversial Star

In spite of all the controversies, Taylor was a fitness freak and a consistent performer. He followed the right diet to keep himself fit and strong for crucial matches. He spent his entire professional career as a linebacker for the New York Giants in the National Football League (NFL). However, even during his early years with New York Giants, he was caught for using addictive drugs like cocaine. In spite of all his greatness he became a subject of ridicule. Even after retiring he didn’t give up his bad habits. He was in fact imprisoned thrice for attempted drug possession.

The Aura Overshadowed

The news of the arrest of L.T. for engaging in sexual intercourse with a 16 year old prostitute has stunned and saddened everyone including the Giants community. It seems his behavior has done more harm to others associated with him than himself. Nutrisystem decided to drop him as a spokesperson because of their brand image. People normally sober down with age, but it looks like the beast within L.T. is on the charge at the age of 51. Lawrence Taylor is one those celebrity sport stars who just couldn’t manage to maintain a clean public image. Substance abuse and performance enhancing drugs can lead to severe damage of health and reputation. Who knows it better than Lawrence Taylor himself? 

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