Aaron Wilson of the National Football Post reports that the Detroit Lions have agreed to a three-year deal with seventh-round (213th overall) defensive end Willie Young.

Wilson adds that Young received a signing bonus of around $48,000.

A 6-5, 251-pound pass-rush specialist from North Caroline State, Young posted 194 tackles, including 45.5 for a loss and 20.5 quarterback sacks during his 49-game career. An exceptional athlete, Young added 11 pass break-ups and 3 interceptions during his career, as well.

Young earned honorable mention All-ACC honors after his junior season, and second-team All-ACC after the 2009 season.

To earn a spot on the 53-man roster, Young will need to have an impressive showing during training camp and the pre-season. Young’s NFL career will most likely begin as a member of the team’s practice squad.