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Kenny Young (American football)
American football player (born 1995) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Kenneth Kim Young (born November 15, 1995) is an American former professional football linebacker. He played college football at UCLA, and was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in the fourth round of the 2018 NFL draft. He played for the Los Angeles Rams, Denver Broncos, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
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Baltimore Ravens
Young attended UCLA and played college football there.[3] He was eventually drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in the fourth round with the 122nd overall pick in the 2018 NFL draft.[4] In his first NFL start in the Ravens' season opener against the Buffalo Bills, Young recorded his first career sack to go along with four total tackles.[5] He finished his rookie season with 51 combined tackles, 2.5 sacks, and a forced fumble.
Los Angeles Rams
On October 15, 2019, Young was traded to the Los Angeles Rams, along with a 5th round draft pick, in exchange for cornerback Marcus Peters.[6]
In Week 14 of the 2020 season against the New England Patriots, Young led the team with eight tackles, sacked Cam Newton once, and intercepted a pass thrown by Newton that he returned for a 79-yard touchdown during the 24–3 win. This was Young's first career touchdown.[7]
Denver Broncos
On October 25, 2021, Young was traded to the Denver Broncos for a 2024 sixth-round pick.[8]
Las Vegas Raiders
On May 9, 2022, Young was signed by the Las Vegas Raiders.[9] He was released on August 18.[10]
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
On September 5, 2022, Young was signed to the practice squad of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.[11] He was promoted to the active roster on September 21, 2022.[12] He was released on October 10.[13]
New Orleans Saints
On November 10, 2022, Young was signed to the New Orleans Saints practice squad.[14] He was later released by the team.[15]
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