Young grew up in
Binghamton, New York, and attended
Binghamton High School, where he played basketball and football.[1] He was named first-team Class AA all-state as a senior after scoring 14 touchdowns in eight games played.[2]
College career
Young began his collegiate career at
Lackawanna College.[3] As a freshman, he caught 24 passes for 472 yards and nine touchdowns.[4] After his freshman year Young transferred to Miami over offers from Florida State, Tennessee, Penn State, Virginia Tech, and Pittsburgh.[5]
Young became a starter at wide receiver for the Miami Hurricanes midway through his first season with the team.[6] He finished the season with 22 receptions for 367 yards and led the team with five touchdown receptions.[7][8]
On December 9, 2023, Young announced that he would be entering the transfer portal.[9]
On December 23, Young decided to transfer to the
University of Georgia for his final year of eligibility.[10]