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Young is a Jayhawk
DE Kevin Young of Olathe North is signed, sealed, and delivered.
-by Scout.com Feb 4, 2009
Jayhawks Land Big Signing Day Load
Mark Mangino's scores well on National Football Signing Day
-by Phog.net Feb 4, 2009
"Pure aggression and speed"
KU signee: Kevin Young
-by Scout.com Feb 4, 2009
Young Switches Back to Kansas
DE Kevin Young switches commitment from Kansas to Nebraska back to Kansas.
-by Scout.com Jan 9, 2009
A Prelude to a Husker: Kevin Young
Young talks All-American game and becoming a Husker
-by BigRedReport.com Jan 4, 2009
Offense-Defense Interview: Kevin Young
Nebraska commitment sits down with Scout.com
-by Scout.com Jan 2, 2009
Offense-Defense: West Photos - Day One
Pictures of the West squad from day one
-by Scout.com Dec 29, 2008
In His Own Words: Kevin Young
Young writes about recent recruiting experiences
-by BigRedReport.com Dec 6, 2008
Big Weekend in Lawrence
Kansas set to host their first recruiting weekend. Who will be on campus?
-by Scout.com Dec 5, 2008
The newest Husker
Young changes decision on commitment, going to Nebraska
-by BigRedReport.com Nov 30, 2008
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Kevin Young
Ht: 6-3 Wt: 226 40: 4.78
Position: DE, TE
Year: Class of 2009
High School: Olathe North Sr HS
(Olathe, KS)
College: Kansas

2009 Scout.com HS Football Rankings (full list):
Pos: DE Pos Rank: #29 Pos Rating:

Scout.com Player Evaluation:
STRENGTHS
 Backside Pursuit
 Intensity/Effort
 Pass Rushing Skills
AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT
 Disengaging Skills
Kevin Young is a defensive end that is just starting to come in to his potential. He has a great frame and does a tremendous job of rushing the passer. He pursues well down the line against the run and does not give up on plays.


Biography:
Class of 2009 Prospect:

Stats: Freshman Season:
Offense: Led the team with over 1,000 yds rushing as starting tailback; ten rushing touchdowns and two receiving touchdowns; over 500 yards in kick-off and punt returns.

Defense: Led the team with 60 tackles as the starting outside linebacker; two interceptions and three sacks; named one of the top players in Olathe, Kansas.

Sophomore Season:
Offense: Started sophomore, JV, and backup varsity tight end; scored five touchdowns and over 500 yards receiving as a tight end; started varsity special teams and earned varsity letter.

Defense: Started sophomore, JV, and backup varsity defensive end; five sacks between sophomore and JV squads; over 80 tackles between all three levels.

Holds the Olathe North weightlifting record for the "Clean Jerk" in the 200lb weight class.


Scout.com Combine Results (full list):
Location: Kansas City
Year: 2008
Height: 6-3
Weight: 226
40-Yard Dash: 4.78
Short Shuttle: 4.44
Vertical Jump: 31.5"
3-Cone: 7.63
Broad Jump: 9-0

Schools of Interest:
SchoolInterest LevelOffer? Attended Camp?Visit DateSigned LOI?
Kansas Verbal Yes   None
Arkansas No Interest No   None  
Illinois No Interest Yes   None  
Iowa State No Interest Yes   None  
Kansas State No Interest Yes   None  
Missouri No Interest No   None  
Nebraska No Interest Yes   11/28/2008