Brett Young (Canadian football) facts for kids
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| Born: | April 3, 1967 Carson, California |
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| Died: | March 3, 2015 (aged 47) Torrance, California |
| Career information | |
| CFL status | International |
| Position(s) | DB |
| Height | 5 ft 10 in (178 cm) |
| Weight | 185 lb (84 kg) |
| College | Oregon |
| High school | Los Angeles (CA) Banning |
| Supplemental draft | 1989 / Round: 8 / Pick: 4 |
| Drafted by | Buffalo Bills |
| Career history | |
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| 1989–1992 | Ottawa Rough Riders |
| 1992 | BC Lions |
| 1992–1995 | Ottawa Rough Riders |
| 1996 | Hamilton Tiger-Cats |
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| Career stats | |
| Tackles | 312 |
| Interceptions | 17 |
| Quarterback sacks | 2 |
| Fumble recoveries | 5 |
| Total TDs | 2 |
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Brett Young (born April 3, 1967 – died March 3, 2015) was an American football player. He was a defensive back, which means he helped stop the other team from scoring. Brett played for seven seasons in the Canadian Football League (CFL). His teams included the Ottawa Rough Riders, BC Lions, and Hamilton Tiger-Cats. He was also chosen by the Buffalo Bills in the NFL draft, but he played most of his career in Canada. Before turning pro, he played college football at the University of Oregon.
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Brett Young's Football Journey
College Days
Brett played college football for the Oregon Ducks. He was on the team from 1985 to 1988. During his time there, he made nine interceptions. An interception happens when a defensive player catches a pass meant for an offensive player.
Starting Pro Football
In 1989, Brett was picked by the Buffalo Bills in the NFL Supplemental Draft. This is a special draft for players who become eligible for the NFL after the main draft.
Playing for the Ottawa Rough Riders
On August 15, 1989, Brett joined the Ottawa Rough Riders in the CFL. He started on their practice team. Soon after, he got to play in his first CFL game on August 21, 1989. This was against the Toronto Argonauts. He played in 24 games for the Rough Riders between 1989 and 1990.
Time with the BC Lions
In 1992, Brett was traded to the BC Lions. He played in eleven games for them during that year.
Back to Ottawa
Later in the 1992 season, Brett went back to the Ottawa Rough Riders. He played one game that year. He then stayed with the Rough Riders from 1993 to 1995. In 1995, he was named Ottawa's best defensive player. He also earned a spot on the CFL Northern All-Star team that year.
Joining the Hamilton Tiger-Cats
In 1996, Brett was traded to the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. He played in twelve games for them during the 1996 season.
Later Life
Brett Young passed away on March 3, 2015. He died from kidney failure in Torrance, California.
