Gavin Taylor is a defensive end for Arkansas State, standing 6'2" and weighing 247 pounds from Yonkers, New York. Taylor transferred to the Red Wolves after three seasons at Central Connecticut State, where he earned First-Team All-NEC honors in 2024. Across his time at Central Connecticut State, he compiled 49 tackles including 27 solo stops, posted 18.0 tackles for loss and 11.5 sacks for 84 yards, and forced fumbles in both 2024 and 2025. He appeared in 28 games total and helped his team win 15 games over the last two seasons, including an 11-2 conference record.