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KENNY YOUNG

Houston

Summary

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth. Possesses versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success as a determined and passionate team player.


Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

NFL Bill Walsh Coaching Fellowship

New Orleans Saints
07.2025 - 08.2025
  • Assisted defensive coaches with helping players develop their skills, work on specific drills, and give them guidance on how to improve their performance.
  • Worked closely with defensive starters Cam Jordan, Chase Young, Justin Reid, Davon Godchaux, and Demario Davis to enhance their game using player to player game experience.
  • Maintained safety compliance within the organization and addressing potential hazards proactively.
  • Enhanced team productivity through effective communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
  • Continued excellent communication skills, as a coach, in order to effectively communicate offensive opponent scheme and technique advantage.
  • Analyzed NFL game film and scouting other teams for film review.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on project goals and timelines.
  • Cultivated a strong understanding of the game of football from a coaches perspective, rather than a player, as well as the ability to motivate and inspire our athletes.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.


Scouting Participant

Reese's Senior Bowl Scouting School
06.2025 - 06.2025
  • Spent time understanding as a group of former NFL athletes, the college and pro scouting evaluation process of NFL scouts.
  • Worked closely with NFL scouts and front office executives, breaking down game film of top college football players projected to enter the draft.
  • Learned the different career paths and lifestyle of college scouts vs pro scouts.

Graduate Assistant Coach

UCLA Football
07.2024 - 12.2024
  • ILB Defensive GA role under Head Coach Deshaun Foster and Defensive Coordinator Ikaika Malloe.
  • Defensive personal signaler for all games and practice.
  • Mentor defensive players and assist in their player development, play, and attitude.
  • Breaking down opponent run game film scheme and strategy.
  • Assist LB Coach Scott White with developing standout team captain MLB Carson Schwesinger, Butkus Award finalist, and 2024 BIG10 Conference leading total tackles and solos (136 total, 90 solo, 2 INT, 3 sacks, 8.5 TFL).
  • Helped assist and develop Senior ILB Kain Madrano reach career high stats (72 tot tackles, 50 solo, 11 TFL, 2 INT, 1 TD, 3 FF).
  • Drawing scout team card runs for practice.
  • Assist coaching and instructing scout team players for all 4 unit special team periods and drills.

Recruiting/ Player Personnel Intern

Wake Forest Football
03.2024 - 07.2024
  • Using ARMS online database, writing evaluation reports and scouting film high school prospects class of 25' 26' at every offensive and defensive position
  • Help facilitate Wake Forest Deacon Day campus recruiting tours, which included assisting HS recruits with scheduled positioned meetings and also one on one with the Head Coach Dave Clawson
  • Worked all Wake Forest 2024 spring football practices and assisted in setting up exercise drill periods for coaches
  • Provided valuable input during player evaluations, contributing to roster decisions based on performance metrics and potential growth opportunities.
  • Developed strong communication skills through teamwork in high-pressure situations on the field.
  • Assisting NFL pro scouts at Wake Forest Pro Day.
  • Mentored junior players, fostering skill development and understanding of game fundamentals.
  • Participated in community outreach programs, promoting sportsmanship and engagement with local youth teams.
  • Collaborated with coaching staff to analyze opponent tactics and adjust game plans accordingly.
  • Assisted in updating prospects high schools jamboree opponents, dates, and time of event
  • Responsible for handling players compliance requirements
  • Executed game strategies during practice sessions to enhance team performance and cohesion.
  • Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.

Inside Linebacker/ Special Teams

Tampa Bay Buccaneers
09.2022 - 11.2022
  • Led by Head Coach Todd Bowles. Coached by LB coach Larry Foote and Special Teams Coordinator Keith Armstrong.
  • Defense finished top 10 in the NFL in total yards per game (324.3 opponent yards/game), yards per play (5.14 avg.), pass defense (203.5 passing yards allowed/game), net yards per attempt (6.1), sacks (45.0) and tackles for loss (89), while limiting opponents to the fifth-fewest first downs per game (18.5) and the sixth-lowest third down conversion percentage (36.9 percent).
  • Played 4 games.

Inside Linebacker

Denver Broncos
11.2021 - 01.2022
  • Led by Head Coach and Defensive Coordinator Vic Fangio and LB Coach Reggie Herring. Also coached by Special Teams Coordinator Thomas McMahon.
  • Recorded 29 tackles, 1 FF in 6 games played.

Inside Linebacker

Los Angeles Rams
10.2019 - 11.2021
  • 2019 Led by LA Rams Head Coach Sean McVay, LB coach Joe Barry and Defensive Coordinator Wade Phillips. Also coached by Special Teams Coordinator John Fassel.
  • 2020 Played for Brandon Staley, as the Defensive Coordinator for the Los Angeles Rams, where Staley led a defensive unit that ranked first in scoring defense (18.5), total defense (281.9) and passing yards per game (190.7).
  • Combined (52 tackles, 1 sack, 1 FR, 1 INT, 1 TD 79 yds).
  • 2021 Super Bowl champion at Sofi Stadium, Los Angeles.

Externship

FOX Sports
02.2020 - 03.2020
  • Shadowed production executives and learn how shows like, Skip and Shannon: Undisputed, Inside The Big East, The Herd with Colin Cowherd and Speak For Yourself with Whitlock and Wiley are produced and broadcasted for television and digital platforms
  • Affiliated with a rotational externship program where each week we worked with a different department and observe how the group creates and develops content that is produced for TV and digital platforms
  • Experienced and learned how studio operations create visuals, shaping sports production shows and establishing a learning foundation for future producers and/or executives interested in talent development
  • Assisted in developing engaging content for digital platforms, enhancing audience interaction.
  • Collaborated with production teams to streamline workflow processes, improving project turnaround time.
  • Conducted market research to identify emerging trends, contributing to strategic planning discussions.
  • Supported event coordination efforts, ensuring seamless execution of on-site activities and logistics, in addition to sorting and organizing internal files and spreadsheets.
  • Managed social media accounts, increasing follower engagement through targeted content strategies, while simultaneously analyzing viewer data.
  • Facilitated communication between departments, fostering collaborative relationships and efficient project management.
  • Created detailed reports on campaign performance, providing insights for future marketing initiatives.
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.

Inside Linebacker

BALTIMORE RAVENS
04.2018 - 10.2019
  • Drafted 4th round draft pick 122 by GM Ozzie Newsome. Head coach John Harbaugh and Defensive coordinator Wink Martindale. ILB coach Mike MacDonald and assistant LB coach Zach Orr.
  • 2018 AFC North division champions.
  • 2018 Ravens were the NFL's No. 1-ranked defense in 2018, allowing an NFL-low 292.9 yards per game as well as the league's second-fewest points per game (17.9).
  • Ravens were the best in several other key defensive categories: third in third-down defense (34.1), fourth in rushing yards allowed (82.9 ypg) and fifth in passing yards permitted (210.0 ypg).
  • The team's 80.6 defensive passer rating was second in the NFL and its 34.1% third-down conversion percentage ranked third.
  • 51 total tackles, 40 solo, 2.5 sacks, 1 FF.

Education

Bachelor of Science - SOCIOLOGY

UCLA
06-2026

Skills

  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Decision-making
  • Verbal communication
  • Calm under pressure

Timeline

NFL Bill Walsh Coaching Fellowship

New Orleans Saints
07.2025 - 08.2025

Scouting Participant

Reese's Senior Bowl Scouting School
06.2025 - 06.2025

Graduate Assistant Coach

UCLA Football
07.2024 - 12.2024

Recruiting/ Player Personnel Intern

Wake Forest Football
03.2024 - 07.2024

Inside Linebacker/ Special Teams

Tampa Bay Buccaneers
09.2022 - 11.2022

Inside Linebacker

Denver Broncos
11.2021 - 01.2022

Externship

FOX Sports
02.2020 - 03.2020

Inside Linebacker

Los Angeles Rams
10.2019 - 11.2021

Inside Linebacker

BALTIMORE RAVENS
04.2018 - 10.2019

Bachelor of Science - SOCIOLOGY

UCLA

Academic Achievements

  • Athletic Director's Honor Roll from 2015-2017.
  • Recipient of the Academic & Student Services Success Award at the 2017 UCLA Scholar-Athlete Banquet.
  • Inducted into UCLA's Deans list in 2017.
  • Only athlete to join UCLA's 2016 Debate team.

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