Chase Young is a professional American football player who plays as a defensive end in the National Football League (NFL). He was born on April 14, 1999, in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. Young played college football at Ohio State University, where he gained national attention for his impressive performances and was awarded the Bronko Nagurski Trophy as the best defensive player in college football. In the 2020 NFL Draft, Chase Young was selected second overall by the Washington Football Team, now known as the Washington Commanders. He quickly made an impact in the league, earning the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year award in 2020. Young is known for his speed, strength, and ability to disrupt opposing offenses.