WILLIE
YOUNG
#97 -
LB
Ht/Wt
6’4’’,
258 lbs
Experience
8
years
Debut
Oct 24, 2010
Born
Sep 19, 1985
(38 yrs)
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
Hometown
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
Drafted
Drafted by Detroit in 2010 (7/213).
College
North Carolina State
Transactions & Injuries
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2018-02-28 |
Released by the Chicago Bears.
|
| 2017-10-10 |
Triceps injury, injured reserve.
|
| 2016-07-30 |
Signed by the Chicago Bears to a two-year contract extension.
|
| 2014-12-23 |
Achilles, injured reserve.
|
| 2014-03-13 |
Signed as an unrestricted free agent by the Chicago Bears to a three-year contract.
|
Scouting Report
Tackles well and frequently for a defensive end, and improving as a pass rusher. Uses his long, big frame and excellent quickness to both out-muscle and out-move offensive linemen. Will make plays in pass coverage. Lacks explosiveness in general. Needs to up his intensity level in order to see more regular action. Does not have ideal bulk for an defensive end and lacks the overall game to be a regular.
Long Range Potential: Solid rotational defensive end with good upside.
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