Colbie Young

Colbie Maleek Young (born July 24, 2002) is an American professional football wide receiver for the Cincinnati Bengals of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Lackawanna Falcons, Miami Hurricanes, and Georgia Bulldogs. Young was selected by the Bengals in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL draft.

Early life Young grew up in Binghamton, New York, and attended Binghamton High School, where he played basketball and football. He was named first-team Class AA all-state as a senior after scoring 14 touchdowns in eight games played.

College career Young began his collegiate career at Lackawanna College. As a freshman, he caught 24 passes for 472 yards and nine touchdowns. After his freshman year, Young transferred to Miami over offers from Florida State, Tennessee, Penn State, Virginia Tech, and Pittsburgh.

Young became a starter at wide receiver for the Miami Hurricanes midway through his first season with the team. He finished the season with 22 receptions for 367 yards and led the team with five touchdown receptions.

On December 9, 2023, Young announced that he would be entering the transfer portal. On December 23, Young decided to transfer to the University of Georgia for his then-final year of eligibility.

On October 9, 2024, Young was suspended from the program by coach Kirby Smart for the rest of the season after he was arrested and charged for battery and assault of an unborn child.

Professional career

Young was selected by the Cincinnati Bengals in the fourth round with the 140th overall pick of the 2026 NFL draft. He signed his rookie contract on May 8.

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Personal life On the morning of October 8, 2024, Young was arrested and charged with battery and assault of an unborn child after he was found to have injured his pregnant ex-girlfriend when she visited him. He was released that afternoon after posting bail, which had been set at $2,500. On October 9, 2024, Georgia coach Kirby Smart announced that Young would be suspended "until this legal matter is resolved." On January 29, 2025, Young accepted a plea deal and was sentenced to 12 months of probation.