Bryant Young
American football player and coach, Super Bowl champion
Born
January 27th, 1972
53 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played as a defensive tackle in the National Football League for the San Francisco 49ers from 1994 to 2007. Contributed to the team's victory in Super Bowl XXIX. After retirement, transitioned into coaching, and took on various roles, including a position as the defensive line coach for the 49ers. Achievements in football led to recognition and induction into multiple halls of fame.
Won Super Bowl XXIX with the San Francisco 49ers
Inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame
Served as defensive line coach for the 49ers
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