Career Summary

Zion Young is a Baltimore Ravens outside linebacker and former Missouri defensive end.

He played at Michigan State before transferring to Missouri and entering the NFL in 2026.

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Early Life

Young grew up in Atlanta as the youngest of 11 children.

His father served in the military and introduced him to football and weight training early in life.

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High School

Young attended Westlake High School in Atlanta.

He played alongside future Ravens cornerback Nate Wiggins. Over three varsity seasons, Westlake went 30–9 and reached the state playoffs each year.

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College Career

Young played two seasons each at Michigan State and Missouri.

At Michigan State from 2022 through 2023, he appeared in 20 games and recorded 47 tackles. He transferred to Missouri and started all 13 games in both 2024 and 2025.

His final season produced 42 tackles, 16.5 tackles for loss and 6.5 sacks.

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Path to the NFL

Baltimore selected Young 45th overall in the 2026 NFL Draft.

He met with the Ravens before the draft and competed at the Senior Bowl before becoming their second-round selection.

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NFL Career

Young joined the Ravens for his rookie season in 2026.

Baltimore's roster statistics list one appearance and no starts through its season-opening win at Indianapolis.

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Career Accomplishments

Young earned first-team All-SEC recognition in 2025.

He also received SEC Defensive Lineman of the Week honors twice that season and earned academic conference recognition at both Michigan State and Missouri.

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Playing Style

Young brings a physical edge-setting approach to Baltimore's defense.

Ravens coach Jesse Minter highlighted his power against run blocks and the potential to rush from multiple positions along the defensive front.

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