Charle Young

Biography

Charle Young revolutionized the tight end position with his unique combination of size, speed, and receiving prowess during a 13-season NFL career. Born February 5, 1951, in Fresno, California, Young attended Edison High School where he excelled as a multi-sport athlete, leading his basketball team to the valley playoffs while dominating on the football field.

At the University of Southern California (1970-1972), Young redefined expectations for tight ends in a run-first offense. A unanimous first-team All-American in 1972 and second-team All-American in 1971, he earned USC's Lineman of the Year honors as a senior. His school-record 62 receptions by a tight end in 1972 helped lead the Troja...