Craig Young Stats & Bio | Bengals Linebacker

About Craig Young

Craig Young is a linebacker for the Cincinnati Bengals, wearing jersey number 59 and bringing athleticism and intensity to one of the AFC's most competitive rosters. Standing 6'3" and weighing 225 lbs, Young possesses the ideal combination of size and speed that modern NFL offenses demand linebackers to counter. Born on March 13, 2001, he developed his football foundation at the University of Kansas, where he refined his instincts and leadership skills before earning his opportunity at the professional level. Young's frame allows him to move fluidly in coverage while maintaining the physicality necessary to stop the run. As a young player still carving out his NFL career, he continues to develop under the guidance of the Bengals' coaching staff, bringing promise and determination to Cincinnati's defensive unit each time he takes the field.

Updated: Mar 12, 2026