Craig Young originally signed with the Indianapolis Colts as an undrafted free agent following the 2024 NFL Draft.
Young played college football at the University of Kansas where he appeared in 26 games over two seasons. He recorded 101 tackles, 71 of them solo stops, 10.5 tackles for a loss, eight passes defensed, six sacks, two interceptions and a forced fumble. Young transferred to Kansas from Ohio State, where he played in 26 games over three seasons.