Young was known for his leadership and his ability to make big plays. He was a key member of the 49ers defense that helped the team to three consecutive NFC West Division titles from 2001 to 2003. He was a leader on the field and off, and was voted as the team's MVP in 2001.
Young was a disruptive force on the defensive line, recording double-digit sacks in four of his 14 seasons. He was also a great run stopper, recording over 100 tackles in five of his 14 seasons. He was named to the Pro Bowl four times and was a first-team All-Pro selection in 1999.
Young retired in 2007 after 14 seasons in the NFL. He finished his career with 97.5 sacks, the most by a defensive tackle in NFL history. He was inducted into the 49ers Hall of Fame in 2009 and was named to the NFL's All-Decade Team of the 1990s.
Young was a great player and leader on and off the field. He was a disruptive force on the defensive line and a great run stopper. He was a four-time Pro Bowl selection and was named to the NFL's All-Decade Team of the 1990s. He will be remembered as one of the best defensive tackles to ever play the game.
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