Bryant Young was a stud. Probably still is.
He stood 6-foot-3 and weighed an immovable 291 pounds during his years as an awe-inspiring defensive lineman for the 49ers.
He was as pleasant as a summer breeze off the field. He quietly commanded total respect on the field.
For decades the 49ers’ most prestigious honor has been the Len Eshmont Award, which exemplifies the “inspiration and courageous play” of an original 49er who died before his time. B.Y. won the award. Eight times. In 12 years.
One-time 49ers coach Steve Mariucci once nailed Young’s essence. “He’s like EF Hutton when he speaks,” Mariucci said.