Oakland Raider, Usama Young is selected as the 2014-2015 NFLPA Player Representative

OAKLAND, Calif. - Sept. 18, 2014 - PRLog -- Embarking onto his 8^th year in the National Football League, Usama Young proudly took an additional position representing the Oakland Raiders as their 2014-2015 player representative for the National Football League Players Association.

Young’s philanthropic and open-minded personality is a perfect fit for the position.  His veteran presence is also an asset on the team’s roster on and off the field, as he possesses superb qualities including great leadership.   “I take pride in being selected to represent my team”, Young stated.  The NFLPA is a coalition for professional football players in the NFL who serve to ensure thorough recognition and proper representation of players and their interests.

About Usama Young

Usama Young, born May 8, 1985, in Washington D.C, is currently a defensive back for the Oakland Raiders in the National Football League.  He was drafted to the New Orlean Saints in 2007 and was there until 2010.  He contributed to the Super Bowl XLIV victory in 2010.  Young went to the Cleveland Browns in 2011, prior to signing with the Oakland Raiders in 2013.  Young was awarded the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award for the Oakland Raiders 2013-2014 season. He played college football as a 4 year starter at Kent State University in Ohio.  Usama Young is a driven individual who thrives on giving back to the community.

Learn more about Usama Young at www.UsamaYoung28.com.  For any media inquiries, please contact Melissa LaCorte (925) 305-1420 or by email at Melissa@LaCorteENT.com.