USC honors tight end Charles Young ahead of 2026 kickoff
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 10:59 AM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
The USC Trojans prepare for the 2026 football season opener on August 29 against San Jose State. In a countdown series, USC reflects on the legacy of Charles Young, its first All-American tight end, who played from 1970 to 1972. Young recorded 68 receptions for 1,090 yards and 10 touchdowns, and was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles in the 1973 NFL Draft. He passed away recently at the age of 75, having also contributed to the sport's history through his daughters, who competed in track and field for USC.
- •USC's season opener is scheduled for August 29 at the Coliseum.
- •Charles Young was USC's first All-American tight end.
- •He caught 68 passes and scored 10 touchdowns in college.
- •Young played 13 seasons in the NFL, including a Super Bowl win.
- •He passed away recently at age 75.
- 10:59 AMYahoo Sports — USC countdown to kickoff: Recalling Trojans tight end Charles Young
"Today, we look back at USC’s first ever All-American tight end, the late Charles Young
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