Byron Young is a career quality starter — a linebacker whose body of work places Young in the top half of all players at the position historically. The Knox model values sustained contribution over flash, and Young's career arc reflects exactly that kind of reliable professional-grade performance.
A linebacker with a top 30% among starters — the kind of consistent contributor every roster needs. Solid availability (exceptional availability — almost never missed time) added to their value.
Worth 44 points of value above a freely-available replacement linebacker — top 49% of all 4,649 ranked at the position. 3 of 3 seasons cleared the replacement bar, by +14.7 on average.See board →
Seasons above replacement
Career Value · VORP
44 career value over replacement — #2213 all-time of 4,649. 14.7/season above a replacement-level LB.
Career Profile
Pick #77 (Rd 3) · LA · 2023 · +13.7 vs expected KV-H
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