Did David Taylor Have The Greatest Career In American History?

[@charlestaylor4009]

DT is far and away my favorite wrestler of all time. . . .However title of greatest American career is clearly either John Smith or Jordan Burroughs with an honorable mention to Bruce Baumgartner and possibly one or two others. He should be top 5 all time without a doubt.

[@Abettergrappler]

They're clearly talking about entire career and not just international.

[@roofy3075]

@@Abettergrapplerwhich would still put Smith and Burroughs above him…. All three have 2 national titles. JB and JS just have more world titles.

[@tennisfan599]

Gable is better than burroughs.

[@TheTerryE]

Kyle Dake is way above the over-rated Taylor.

[@tennisfan599]

@TheTerryE seriously how many times does dake need to beat taylor for people to realize this.

[@shanemcauley6310]

These videos where Christian is talking the whole time needs clips other than him lol

[@Teamkev53]

You’re right but the video view count doesn’t justify it considering the time that would take

[@giacalonebuilding4443]

Yea right Ryan Reynolds’s is a great actor

[@dinocollins720]

Another fantastic video! Thank you!

[@Mileznmiles]

David Taylor was winning EVERYTHING since ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

[@Vincentovich89]

Minus Kyle Dake.

[@djmoxie6012]

David Taylor 💪🏻🇺🇸 💯

[@morriskl3]

Love these videos!

[@kylarquinn3325]

isnt this just a retitled video? I swear I saw this already.

[@xzjayz7925]

Right? I thought I was trippin

[@James.1_2-3]

As a former NCAA wrestling champion, I feel it's necessary to bring attention to a disturbing incident that occurred during the recent match between David Taylor and Aaron Brooks at the 2024 U.S. Olympic Wrestling Trials. I watched the match and witnessed Brooks engage in an "oil check" maneuver, where he inserted his fingers into Taylor's buttocks. This move is not only disgusting but also an egregious violation of sportsmanship and ethics in wrestling. For those unfamiliar with the mechanics of this move, it's important to understand how it affects the opponent. Similar to the technique used to break a pit bull's grip during an attack, inserting an object into the anus can cause a person to lose their power and core stability. This area of the body is incredibly sensitive, and the shock and discomfort can disrupt an athlete's concentration, balance, and physical control. It can significantly impair their ability to perform, giving the perpetrator an unfair advantage. In wrestling, where control, balance, and mental focus are crucial, such a violation is particularly egregious. It undermines the integrity of the match and disrespects the opponent. The move can lead to a loss of physical power, much like the analogy with the pit bull, where inserting a finger into the dog's rectum often causes it to release its grip due to the sudden shock and loss of muscle control. What makes this situation even more hypocritical is Aaron Brooks' public declarations of giving glory to God for his victory. While faith and gratitude are personal and often positive expressions, it is deeply offensive to invoke divine praise while engaging in such unethical behavior. This hypocrisy not only tarnishes Brooks' reputation but also casts a shadow over the sport and the values it is supposed to uphold. Given these serious concerns, I believe the following actions should be taken: 1. **Immediate Investigation**: There needs to be a thorough and unbiased investigation into this incident to determine the facts and ensure accountability. 2. **Clear Rules and Penalties**: Wrestling authorities should reinforce the rules against such unsportsmanlike behaviors and establish clear penalties for violations. 3. **Education and Training**: Athletes should be educated on maintaining ethical conduct and the severe consequences of actions like the "oil check." 4. **Public Accountability**: Those who wish to express their faith publicly should be held to a high standard of conduct that reflects the values they proclaim. The sport of wrestling values strength, skill, and honor. Incidents like this degrade the sport and the athletes who participate in it. It's essential that we address these issues to preserve the integrity and respect of wrestling. I urge the wrestling community and relevant authorities to take this matter seriously and ensure that appropriate measures are taken.

[@Vincentovich89]

First, keep the DT content full steam ahead. 🚂

[@hey12358y]

He's Top 4 with Burroughs, Baumgartner and Smith. Based on how the Olympics go, Dake and Snyder will up for Top 4 Status as well.

[@giacalonebuilding4443]

Top 4 freestyle or American wrestler? If just freestyle maybe, but entire career u gotta go dake over DT

[@iecrime]

Since CP phrased the title as a question, I'd say no. He no doubt had a great career, among the best, but there are several in front of him, including Smith, Burroughs, and Dake (whom he couldn't beat since childhood).

[@Vincentovich89]

Exactly. Love DT, but Dake has been his kryptonite for a long time.

[@alvajade]

According to Flo, the 15th best American wrestler of all time.

[@انوشقزوینی]

Dake is his father

[@daneilo777]

Where's his Olympic gold?

[@alovesupreme]

this is prisoner of the moment clickbait for engagement, and i guess we’re all falling for it. the real top 10 is: 1. jordan burroughs 2. john smith 3. bruce baumgartner 4. kyle snyder 5. david taylor 6. kevin jackson 7. mark schultz 8. kyle dake 9. dave schultz 10. kenny monday

[@jacksonheaston2654]

I clicked on this video literally just to say that he could never top Jordan Burroughs accomplishments

[@TheNinjasoncrack]

there are already a couple Americans that have. DT is one of them.

[@انوشقزوینی]

​@@TheNinjasoncrack no he hasn't 😂😂

[@npierce14]

@@TheNinjasoncrackhow has he?

[@Vincentovich89]

And Dake is greater than JB. So what?

[@npierce14]

@@Vincentovich89 lol your trolling

[@joshuamarish4765]

So he's a hc n a competitor?

[@qhimicoasesino2989]

Definitely one of the greatest American wrestlers but the greatest is John Smith, then you have Bruce Baumgart, Kenny Monday, Dave Schultz, Cael Sanderson, Tom and Terry Brands, Dan Gable, Henry Cejudo and there is other great American wrestlers to add that have won world and Olympic Gold medals. Current day you have Olympic and world gold medalists Kyle Snyder, Jordan Burroughs, and then David Taylor.

[@kristopherwilson506]

Henry doesn't belong with those guys. He has an Olympic Gold, but no World Championship. In terms of freestyle/international accomplishments, the shortlist is Smith, Baumgartner, Sanderson, Snyder, and Burroughs. Dake, Taylor, the Brands brothers, those guys are all a tier below.

[@smoore8]

John smith won two Olympic golds and went for six world titles. Love David tho

[@robertwestover2125]

John Smith and Jordan Boroughs have better careers. I would consider Kyle Dake as a third; DT fourth.

[@frankiecal3186]

Answer: No......Burroughs career was way better and he helped put America 🇺🇸 on the top of the freestyle wrestling world.

[@Abettergrappler]

Rewatch the video. ENTIRE CAREER

[@npierce14]

Burroughs literally has the same if not more of everything DT has but go off on how DT has the greatest career

[@Kilty007]

Did you not watch the video? He included high school and college achievements to go along with international. Burroughs had 20 college losses and only won 1 high school title. Internationally, no question Burroughs has him beat.

[@npierce14]

@@Kilty007 Burroughs wrestled in a 1 class state tournament NJ states way harder

[@Kilty007]

@@npierce14 So did Suriano. Doesn’t make him better than DT.

[@VincentBones44]

@@npierce14even if that is true (depending on the year and weight it’s a toss up between NJ and any given Ohio bracket) Taylor dominated on the national level in high school

[@npierce14]

@@VincentBones44 Burroughs literally wrestled molinaro in a state championship match who was also a ncaa champ/olympian

[@sshhhhh9227]

I don’t like his head in these videos for some reason but good take

[@npierce14]

This is click bait and you know it DT> Dake> Burroughs

[@roofy3075]

John Smith and Jordan Burroughs both have the same amount of D1 titles with more world titles. So no…. No he didn’t.

[@NexyusN]

Burroughs for sure

[@ArwinTours]

second that

[@chopstyx141]

Short answer... no

[@billgrubb2799]

Easy answer.. NOT EVEN

[@BhavyaRama]

Top 5 for sure, I say JB and John Smith are tied for #1. I think if JB gets 1 more world medal, he is number 1

[@shawndoig4392]

No.

[@RandyLex-wu6jy]

I can’t stand David Taylor he is the most egotistical wrestler that has ever lived

[@RandyLex-wu6jy]

John smith was about the best but when Kenny Monday was in his prime he was the best the Russians called him the black puma

[@TheTerryE]

ROTFLOL. 2 NCAA championships. Sorry he's an also-ran to those who won 3 and 4 championships. Also, he never ONCE beat his main rival. Not once.

[@HomeofCombatSports.]

🤣

[@RandyLex-wu6jy]

Apparently Kenny and John fought as kids Kenny won I guess

[@RandyLex-wu6jy]

And gable dominated like no American ever he could of given the champs at three weights above him ago Ben Peterson the 190 pounder at Munich in 1972 said he could barely beat Dan

[@RandyLex-wu6jy]

He is no Dan gable gable only lost one match in college and did not get scored upon in the Olympics taylor has lost to dake the Russian and his own teammate from Penni could find old guys in Wisconsin that would destroy him in a mma match destroy him