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Darrel Young working to remain positive despite decreased role

Once a key member of Washington’s rushing attack, fullback Darrel Young continues to see his playing time on offense decrease this season while his coaches opt for a high number of multiple-tight-end sets instead.

Young on Sunday received only four snaps on offense; That’s just six percent of Washington’s 63 plays.

On average, Young has seen action on eight percent of Washington’s offensive plays. That represents a plunge from the 15- to 20-percent allotment he received last season, and the 25- to 33-percent range that Young received during his years under Mike Shanahan.

Asked about the inactivity, coach Jay Gruden said, “You know, we could use him more.