About Roy Young
Lived 1917 – 1987 (aged 69). Roy Young was an American american football player.
Roy O. Young (September 11, 1917 – May 5, 1987) was an American professional football offensive lineman in the National Football League (NFL) for the Washington Redskins. He played college football at Texas A&M University and was drafted in the seventh round of the 1938 NFL draft. While playing with the Texas A&M Aggies, Young was named to the All-Southwest Conference team in 1936 and 1937. After playing for the Redskins for 1938, he retired from football and became a professional boxer.
After retiring from sports, Young became a doctor and moved to Scottsdale, Arizona. He died on May 5, 1987.
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Who was Roy Young?
American football player (1917-1987)
When was Roy Young born?
Roy Young was born on 11 September 1917 in Abbeville.
When did Roy Young die?
Roy Young died on 5 May 1987 in Scottsdale.
What was Roy Young's occupation?
Roy Young was an american football player.
What nationality was Roy Young?
Roy Young was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Roy Young. https://biography.guide/roy-young-american-football-player/
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