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Darrel Young

Darrel Young (born April 8, 1987) is a former American football fullback. He is currently the director of player development for the Pittsburgh Steelers. He was signed by the Washington Redskins as an undrafted free agent as a linebacker prospect in 2009. He played college football at Villanova University.

Darrel Young
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Young with the Washington Redskins in 2015
No. 36
Position:Fullback
Personal information
Born: (1987-04-08) April 8, 1987 (age 37)
North Amityville, New York, U.S.
Height:5 ft 11 in (1.80 m)
Weight:251 lb (114 kg)
Career information
High school:Amityville (NY) Memorial
College:Villanova
Undrafted:2009
Career history
As a player:
 * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
As an administrator:
Career NFL statistics
Rushing attempts:51
Rushing yards:185
Rushing touchdowns:7
Receptions:45
Receiving yards:432
Receiving touchdowns:6
Stats at Pro Football Reference

Early life

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Young attended and played high school football at Amityville Memorial High School.[1][2]

College career

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Young attended and played college football at Villanova from 2005 to 2007.[3] In the 2005 season, he had 13 tackles, three sacks, two tackles for loss, a pass break-up, and a blocked kick. In the 2006 season, he played in 11 games and had 44 tackles, 4.5 tackles for loss, one sack, one forced fumble, and two blocked kicks. In the 2007 season, he played in 11 games and had 78 total tackles, four tackles for loss, one interception, and two pass break-ups. In the 2008 season, 73 total tackles, nine tackles for a loss, two sacks, and three pass breakups.[4]

Professional career

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Pre-draft measurables
Height Weight 40-yard dash 10-yard split 20-yard split 20-yard shuttle Three-cone drill Vertical jump Broad jump Bench press
5 ft 11 in
(1.80 m) 		244 lb
(111 kg) 		4.59 s 1.56 s 2.58 s 4.27 s 6.94 s 32 in
(0.81 m)		 9 ft 4 in
(2.84 m)		 24 reps
All values from Villanova Pro Day[5]

Washington Redskins

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2009 season

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On May 4, 2009, Young signed with the Washington Redskins as an undrafted free agent.[6] He was waived by on September 5, 2009, but added to the team's practice squad two days later.[7] Young was released on September 24, 2009.[8]

2010 season

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Young signed a futures contract with the Washington Redskins on January 5, 2010.[9] When he reported for camp, Young was surprised to learn that he had been converted to a fullback. Head coach Mike Shanahan stated, "Just the way he hit, we needed some fullbacks and we thought since he had good hands he might be the ideal candidate," which was the reason for Young's transition.[10] The position wasn't completely foreign to Young, who was recruited to Villanova as a running back before he was moved to linebacker. He ended up making the Redskins' final 53-man roster as the backup fullback after all cuts were made. On November 15, 2010, Young scored his first career receiving touchdown, a three-yard reception from Donovan McNabb, in a 59–28 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.[11]

 
Young at Redskins training camp in 2011

2011 season

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Young was named the starting fullback for the Washington Redskins at the beginning of training camp in 2011.[12] He scored his first career rushing touchdown in Week 15 in a 23–10 victory over the New York Giants.[13] In Week 16 against the Minnesota Vikings, Young had a costly holding penalty called on him that nullified Brandon Banks's 59-yard touchdown run.[14] Overall, in the 2011 season, he finished with 15 receptions for 146 receiving yards and six carries for 33 rushing yards and a rushing touchdown.[15]

2012 season

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Despite missing every preseason game, Young was able to start in the season opener against the New Orleans Saints.[16] In the Week 6 38–26 win against the Minnesota Vikings, he caught a six-yard pass from Robert Griffin III for a touchdown.[17] He scored his second touchdown for the season in a 31–6 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles after catching another six-yard pass in the endzone.[18] Overall, in the 2012 season, he finished with 14 carries for 60 rushing yards to go along with eight receptions for 109 receiving yards and two receiving touchdowns. He contributed on special teams.[19]

2013 season

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Set to be a restricted free agent in the 2013 season, Young re-signed with the Redskins to a $6.2 million, three-year contract on March 9, 2013.[20][21] On November 3, 2013, Young recorded three rushing touchdowns, the last being the game-winning score in overtime against the San Diego Chargers.[22] He scored a 62-yard touchdown reception in a 24–16 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 11.[23] Overall, he finished the 2013 season with 12 carries for 41 rushing yards and three rushing touchdowns to go along with four receptions for 71 receiving yards and a receiving touchdown. In addition, he contributed on special teams.[24]

2014 season

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In the season opener against the Houston Texans, Young scored a rushing touchdown in the 17–6 loss.[25] In the Week 2 game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, he contributed to the 41–10 win with a 20-yard touchdown reception.[26] Young scored two rushing touchdowns in the 27–24 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 16 that took the Eagles out of playoff contention.[27] Overall, he finished the 2014 season with 11 receptions for 81 receiving yards and two receiving touchdowns to go along with nine carries for 22 rushing yards and three rushing touchdowns. He contributed on special teams in addition to his offensive role.[28]

2015 season

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In the 2015 season, Young's role in the offense was lessened. On the season, he totaled six carries for ten rushing yards to go along with six receptions for 22 receiving yards to go along with a role on special taems.[29] After the season, he was not retained by the team.[30][31]

Chicago Bears

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On August 3, 2016, Young signed with the Chicago Bears.[32] On August 28, 2016, he was released by the Bears.[33]

Carolina Panthers

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On January 4, 2017, Young signed a reserve/future contract with the Carolina Panthers.[34] He was released on September 2, 2017.[35]

Career statistics

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Season Team Games Rushing Receiving Fumbles
GP GS Att Yds Avg Lng TD Rec Yds Avg Lng TD Fum Lost
2010 WAS 16 0 4 19 4.8 16 0 1 3 3.0 3 1 0 0
2011 WAS 13 8 6 33 5.5 12 1 15 146 9.7 27 0 0 0
2012 WAS 16 8 14 60 4.3 16 0 8 109 13.6 28 2 0 0
2013 WAS 13 7 12 41 3.4 19 3 4 71 17.8 62 1 0 0
2014 WAS 16 10 9 22 2.4 14 3 11 81 7.4 20 2 0 0
2015 WAS 16 3 6 10 1.7 5 0 6 22 3.7 8 0 1 0
Career 90 36 51 185 3.6 19 7 45 432 9.6 62 6 1 0

Post-playing career

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Young became the director of player development for the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2021.[36]

References

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  1. ^ Stromberg, Jason (November 30, 2013). "Former coach praises LI's Young of NFL". Newsday. Retrieved August 29, 2018.
  2. ^ "Amityville Memorial H. S. honors Darrel Young". Amityville Record. Archived from the original on August 29, 2018. Retrieved August 29, 2018.
  3. ^ Ewart, Brian (August 4, 2014). "Villanovans in NFL Training Camp". VU Hoops. Retrieved June 23, 2023.
  4. ^ "Darrel Young – 2007 Football Roster – Villanova University". villanova.com. Retrieved August 29, 2018.
  5. ^ Darrel Young, DS #46 ILB, Villanova
  6. ^ "Darrel Young Signs Free Agent Contract with Washington Redskins". VillaNova.com. May 4, 2009. Archived from the original on April 24, 2014. Retrieved May 23, 2012.
  7. ^ Reid, Jason (September 5, 2009). "Alridge, Bridges Among Redskins' Cuts (Updated)". WashingtonPost.com. Archived from the original on April 24, 2014. Retrieved May 23, 2012.
  8. ^ Marvez, Alex (December 23, 2014). "For Darrel Young, a football life is all about giving back". FOX Sports. Retrieved June 23, 2023.
  9. ^ "Redskins Sign Nine Players to Futures Contracts". Redskins.com. Archived from the original on March 4, 2016. Retrieved February 23, 2010.
  10. ^ Tenorio, Paul (August 17, 2010). "Training Camp Tracker". The Washington Post. Retrieved June 22, 2023.
  11. ^ Campbell, Rich (August 8, 2011). "Redskins' Darrel Young gets inspiration from across the world". WashingtonTimes.com. Retrieved May 23, 2012.
  12. ^ Lane, Chris (August 10, 2011). "Darrel Young Named Starter At Fullback For Washington Redskins". VU Hoops. Retrieved June 23, 2023.
  13. ^ Svrluga, Barry (December 18, 2011). "Darrel Young's first rushing TD comes against childhood team". WashingtonPost.com. Retrieved December 19, 2011.
  14. ^ Steinberg, Dan (December 24, 2011). "Redskins-Vikings best and worst". WashingtonPost.com. Retrieved May 23, 2012.
  15. ^ "Darrel Young 2011 Game Log". Pro Football Reference. Retrieved August 29, 2018.
  16. ^ "Washington Redskins at New Orleans Saints – September 9th, 2012". Pro Football Reference. Retrieved August 29, 2018.
  17. ^ Tinsman, Brian (October 15, 2012). "Stats Recap: Redskins-Vikings". Redskins.com. Archived from the original on October 17, 2012. Retrieved October 15, 2012.
  18. ^ Tinsman, Brian (November 18, 2012). "Redskins Stifle Eagles At Home, Win 31–6". Redskins.com. Archived from the original on November 23, 2012. Retrieved November 22, 2012.
  19. ^ "Darrel Young 2012 Game Log". Pro Football Reference. Retrieved August 29, 2018.
  20. ^ Keim, John (March 9, 2013). "Redskins re-sign Logan Paulsen, Darrel Young". WashingtonTimes.com. Retrieved March 9, 2013.
  21. ^ Jones, Mike (March 9, 2013). "Redskins re-sign fullback Darrel Young". WashingtonPost.com. Retrieved March 9, 2013.
  22. ^ Zappulla, Jordan (November 4, 2013). "Darrel Young: Sunday's Deserving, Unlikely Hero". Redskins.com. Archived from the original on November 9, 2013. Retrieved November 11, 2013.
  23. ^ Czarda, Stephen (November 19, 2013). "Young Continues Growth As A Playmaker". Redskins.com. Archived from the original on November 21, 2013. Retrieved November 27, 2013.
  24. ^ "Darrel Young 2013 Game Log". Pro Football Reference. Retrieved August 29, 2018.
  25. ^ "Redskins-Texans Monday Stats Pack". Redskins.com. September 8, 2014. Archived from the original on November 17, 2015. Retrieved September 14, 2015.
  26. ^ "Redskins-Jaguars Monday Stats Pack". Redskins.com. September 15, 2014. Archived from the original on January 3, 2015. Retrieved January 2, 2015.
  27. ^ "Redskins-Eagles Sunday Stats Pack". Redskins.com. December 21, 2014. Archived from the original on September 15, 2015. Retrieved September 14, 2015.
  28. ^ "Darrel Young 2014 Game Log". Pro Football Reference. Retrieved August 29, 2018.
  29. ^ "Darrel Young 2015 Game Log". Pro Football Reference. Retrieved August 29, 2018.
  30. ^ Steinberg, Dan (June 8, 2016). "What happens after you get let go? Darrel Young cried, and then started over". Washington Post. Retrieved August 29, 2018.
  31. ^ Keim, John (March 7, 2016). "Goldson cut by Redskins after 110-tackle year". ESPN.com. Retrieved August 29, 2018.
  32. ^ Machir, Troy (August 3, 2016). "Former Redskins FB Darrel Young Finds a Landing Spot". CSNMidAtlantic.com. Retrieved August 3, 2016.
  33. ^ Mayer, Larry (August 28, 2016). "Bears pare roster to 80 with 10 cuts". ChicagoBears.com. Archived from the original on January 2, 2017. Retrieved August 28, 2016.
  34. ^ "Panthers sign four more to future contracts". Panthers.com. January 4, 2017. Archived from the original on September 2, 2017.
  35. ^ Henson, Max (September 2, 2017). "Panthers trim roster to 53". Panthers.com. Archived from the original on September 20, 2017.
  36. ^ Kozora, Alex (May 7, 2021). "Steelers Hire Darrel Young As New Player Development Coordinator". steelersdepot.com. Retrieved May 22, 2024.
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