Jonte Green
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Career Summary
Jonte Green was a New Mexico State defensive back selected by Detroit in the sixth round of the 2012 NFL Draft.
Green transferred from Benedict College and became a productive defensive back for New Mexico State before Detroit selected him 196th overall.
He played 24 NFL regular-season games for the Lions across 2012 and 2013.
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Early Life
Green was born in 1989 and was from St. Petersburg, Florida.
New Mexico State listed Green’s hometown as St. Petersburg, and Pro-Football-Reference lists his birth date as July 19, 1989.
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High School
Green attended Lakewood High School in Florida.
New Mexico State listed Lakewood High School as Green’s prep school.
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College Career
Green played 37 games in three seasons at New Mexico State after transferring from Benedict College.
Detroit’s 2012 media guide credits Green with 218 career tackles, 32 pass breakups, and two interceptions for the Aggies.
In 2011, he recorded 70 tackles, led the team with 14 pass breakups, and ranked second in the WAC in pass breakups.
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Path to the NFL
Detroit selected Green in the sixth round of the 2012 NFL Draft.
The Lions chose Green with the 196th overall pick from New Mexico State.
NFL.com’s draft report noted his two interceptions during his final New Mexico State season.
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NFL Career
Green played 24 NFL regular-season games with seven starts for Detroit over two seasons.
In 2012, he appeared in 15 games with five starts and recorded an interception, a sack, 29 tackles, and four pass deflections.
In 2013, he played nine games with two starts, bringing his career totals to 38 tackles and seven pass deflections.
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Career Accomplishments
Green led New Mexico State in pass breakups in 2011 and was a sixth-round NFL draft pick.
His 14 pass breakups in 2011 led the Aggies and ranked second in the WAC.
Detroit selected him with the 196th overall pick in 2012.
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Playing Style
Green was a cornerback whose documented roles emphasized tackling and disrupting passes.
His New Mexico State record includes 32 career pass breakups and 218 tackles.
The NFL lists him as a 6-foot, 184-pound cornerback.
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Legacy
Green progressed from a transfer to a New Mexico State defensive leader and a two-season Detroit contributor.
His college pass-breakup production led to an NFL draft selection and 24 Lions regular-season appearances.
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