Roy O. Young (September 11, 1917 – May 5, 1987) was an American football offensive lineman in the National Football League (NFL) for the Washington Redskins. He played college football at Texas A&M University and was drafted in the seventh round of the 1938 NFL Draft. While playing with the Texas A&M Aggies, Young was named to the All-Southwest Conference team in 1936 and 1937. After playing for the Redskins for 1938, he retired from football and became a professional boxer. After retiring from sports, Young became a doctor and moved to Scottsdale, Arizona. He died on May 5, 1987. References External links 1917 births 1987 deaths American football offensive linemen Texas A&M Aggies football players Washington Redskins players People from Abbeville, Louisiana Players of American football from Louisiana