Ratings
| * | Ovr | Pos | St | |
| 247Sports Composite | 4 | 150 | 5 | 6 |
| On3 Industry Ranking | 4 | 172 | 13 | 6 |
| 247Sports | 4 | – | 15 | 8 |
| On3 | 4 | 99 | 8 | 5 |
| ESPN | 4 | 107 | 10 | 4 |
| Rivals | 4 | 223 | 18 | 6 |
Vitals
| Hometown | Monroe (N.C.) |
| Projected Position | Safety |
| Height | 6-foot-0 |
| Weight | 180-pounds |
Recruiting Story
Michigan prioritized Young throughout the process but when former commit Ivan Taylor (who ended up flipping to Alabama) ended up choosing the Wolverines, it appeared that Young would head elsewhere. Still, he kept Michigan in his top group before committing to Clemson on Nov. 2. But when the Wolverines got Elijah Dotson to flip from Pitt, the Belleville (Mich.) star appealed to his 7-on-7 teammate, and Young made the surprising flip to the maize and blue on Dec. 1.
Readiness Level
Could challenge to see the field in year one but is most likely a year two candidate.
Notes
- Committed Dec. 1, 2024
- Also plays basketball and runs track
Scouting report
The scouting report from 247Sports:
A twitched-up, three-phase playmaker that has done plenty of damage on the offensive side over the years, but projects best as a safety at the next level with his awareness, range and ball skills. Limited third-party verified information available exiting his junior season, but owns some of the top triple jump markers in the 2025 cycle. Comfortable working in an off-man alignment with the break anticipation to create takeaways. Fires into the alley taking good contain angles and has the foot speed to close gaps in pursuit. On the leaner side at this stage, but has displayed the strength and lateral spring to be an effective short-area tackler. As a wide receiver, has proven to be a tough cover on vertical routes with the juice to create after the catch. Should be viewed as a potential impact player at the Power Four level with multi-year starter upside. Could be deployed in a variety of different alignments, but skill set suggests he might find most success as a split safety.
Film
Original commitment story
Michigan football flips an elite defensive back from Clemson
Photos
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