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Who is Blaise Taylor? What to know about ex-NFL scout convicted in pregnant girlfriend’s murder
By Li Cohen at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· July 2, 2026
· 4 min read
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A week-and-a-half-long trial has found Blaise Taylor guilty in the 2023 murders of his girlfriend and their unborn daughter. On Wednesday, a Nashville jury returned a guilty verdict and recommended a life sentence for Taylor in the murders of Jade Benning and their unbor...
Key takeaway (WSMV) - A week-and-a-half-long trial has found Blaise Taylor guilty in the 2023 murders of his girlfriend and their unborn daughter.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The guilty verdict in Blaise Taylor's trial brings a measure of closure to the Nashville community, which was shocked by the brutal murder of Jade Benning and her unborn daughter. Taylor's connection to the city through his work as a scout for the Tennessee Titans adds a layer of complexity to the case, raising questions about the potential consequences of his actions on the local sports community. As the city moves forward, it will be important to consider how this tragedy affects the way domestic violence and fetal homicide are addressed in Nashville. The fact that Taylor was able to move to Utah after the incident, only to be arrested months later, highlights the need for continued cooperation between law enforcement agencies across state lines. The life sentence recommended by the jury reflects the severity of the crime, and the community will be watching to see how the sentencing is carried out.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A week-and-a-half-long trial has found Blaise Taylor guilty in the 2023 murders of his girlfriend and their unborn daughter. On Wednesday, a Nashville jury returned a guilty verdict and recommended a life sentence for Taylor in the murders of Jade Benning and their unbor...
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