Justin Green
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Career Summary
Justin Green is a defensive back from Louisville, Kentucky, who played at Illinois and entered the NFL with New England as a rookie free agent in 2013.
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Early Life
Green is from Louisville, Kentucky.
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High School
Green attended Male High School in Louisville. He was a two-time Kentucky state champion in the 100 meters and also won the 200 meters as a junior.
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College Career
Green played four seasons at Illinois. He began as a running back in 2009, then moved to the secondary before the 2010 season and made 29 starts over his final three seasons.
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Path to the NFL
New England signed Green as a rookie free agent in July 2013 after his Illinois career.
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NFL Career
Patriots transactions show Green signed in July 2013, was released during training camp, and later returned to the club's practice squad in November. NFL player coverage also records a later trade from New England to Dallas.
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Career Accomplishments
Green was a three-time Academic All-Big Ten selection. As a senior in 2012, he played all 12 games with 11 starts at cornerback, recording 36 tackles and six pass breakups.
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Playing Style
Illinois and Patriots biographies described Green as a versatile athlete with experience at running back, cornerback and kickoff returner; he also brought accomplished sprint speed from high school track.
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24237, 00-0030560, 1991-02-26, Justin Green, Justin, Green
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