Sean Taylor was a professional football free safety for the Washington Redskins. Taylor died on November 27, 2007, from gunshot wounds sustained during a robbery attempt in his home.

Venjah Hunte, one of the suspects in Taylor's murder is seeking to withdraw his decision to accept a plea deal in the murder case. The deal would have required Hunte to serve 29 years in prison. Hunte's attorney is urging against the move, but Hunte is requesting a new court-appointed lawyer be assigned. Hunte will appear in court on April 2, 2009.ESPN.com: Man Wants to End Deal in Taylor Case

The Taylor murder trial was originally scheduled to commence on April 7, 2008, but was postponed until August 25, because neither set of attorneys was ready to proceed. On May 12, 2008, it was reported that, if convicted, the suspects may face the death penalty, or life imprisonment.NBC6.net: Trial Of Sean Taylor Killing Suspects Postponed As of May 15, 2008, only one suspect, Venjah Hunte, had accepted a plea bargain. He was sentenced to 29 years in prison.Sports Illustrated: One of five suspects accepts plea bargain in murder of Sean Taylor

On November 30, 2008, the Washington Redskins inducted Taylor into the franchise's "Ring of Fame." The honor is reserved for Redskin franchise greats. He is the 43rd member of the distinguished honor. The ceremony took place before the Redskins game against the New York Giants.ESPN.com: Taylor to be inducted posthumously by Redskins