1. Darrel Young was born on April 8,1987 and is an American former professional football fullback.
14 Facts About Darrel Young
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Darrel Young is currently the director of player development for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
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Darrel Young was signed by the Washington Redskins as an undrafted free agent as a linebacker prospect in 2009.
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Darrel Young attended and played college football at Villanova from 2005 to 2007.
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On May 4,2009, Darrel Young signed with the Washington Redskins as an undrafted free agent.
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Darrel Young was waived by on September 5,2009, but added to the team's practice squad two days later.
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Darrel Young signed a futures contract with the Washington Redskins on January 5,2010.
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When he reported for camp, Darrel Young was surprised to learn that he had been converted to a fullback.
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Darrel Young ended up making the Redskins' final 53-man roster as the backup fullback after all cuts were made.
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Darrel Young was named the starting fullback for the Washington Redskins at the beginning of training camp in 2011.
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In Week 16 against the Minnesota Vikings, Darrel Young had a costly holding penalty called on him that nullified Brandon Banks's 59-yard touchdown run.
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On November 3,2013, Darrel Young recorded three rushing touchdowns, the last being the game-winning score in overtime against the San Diego Chargers.
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Darrel Young contributed on special teams in addition to his offensive role.
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Darrel Young became the director of player development for the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2021.