Former Tennessee Titans scout Blaise Taylor is convicted of murdering his pregnant girlfriend, Jade Benning, and their unborn child, following a jury trial in Nashville. Multiple outlets report that prosecutors presented evidence that Benning died from poisoning, and that the case included testimony and timeline details connected to a 911 call and Benning’s reported symptoms. Sources describe the prosecution’s position that Taylor used poison, while the defense argued an alternative explanation involving an overdose, which the jury rejected.
The conviction results in a life prison sentence. One report states Taylor must serve at least 51 years before becoming eligible for parole. Another outlet characterizes the verdict as including charges such as first-degree premeditated murder and first-degree felony murder related to the death of an unborn child.
After the guilty verdict, Taylor’s attorney says he will appeal. The reporting consistently identifies Taylor as a former Titans scout and also notes his background as a former Arkansas State defensive back.
