Selvin Young (born October 1, 1983) is an American former professional football running back.

[1] As a freshman in 2002 at the University of Texas, Young returned punts and was the backup for Cedric Benson.

[3] As a junior, Young suffered a season-ending ankle injury during the second game of the season at the University of Arkansas.

[3] As a redshirt senior in 2006, Young was the starter for 11 of the 12 games, in a season which culminated with a 10–3 record and a win at the 2006 Alamo Bowl.

[4] After impressive performances in the team's exhibition games, head coach Mike Shanahan named Young the #2 running back, behind starter Travis Henry.

[6] In Young's first ever start, he notched 120 total yards from scrimmage against the Green Bay Packers, filling in for an injured Henry.