Gary Green (American football) facts for kids
Green with the Baylor Bears, c. 1976
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| Position: | Cornerback | ||||||
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| Born: | October 2, 1955 San Antonio, Texas, U.S. |
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| Height: | 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m) | ||||||
| Weight: | 187 lb (85 kg) | ||||||
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| High school: | Sam Houston (TX) | ||||||
| College: | Baylor | ||||||
| NFL Draft: | 1977 / Round: 1 / Pick: 10 | ||||||
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Gary Francis Green, born on October 2, 1955, is a former American football player. He was a talented cornerback in the National Football League (NFL) for nine seasons. Gary Green played college football for the Baylor Bears. He was picked by the Kansas City Chiefs in the first round of the 1977 NFL draft. He was the 10th player chosen overall!
During his career from 1977 to 1985, Gary Green made 33 interceptions. This means he caught the ball when the other team was trying to pass it. He was chosen for the Pro Bowl four times and was named to five All-Pro teams. These honors show he was one of the best players in the league. In 2015, he was honored by being added to the Kansas City Chiefs Hall of Fame.
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Early Life and College Football
Gary Francis Green was born in San Antonio, Texas, on October 2, 1955. He grew up loving football and played at Sam Houston High School.
After high school, Gary went to Baylor University to play college football for the Baylor Bears. He was a very strong player there. In 1976, he was named a Consensus All-American. This means he was recognized as one of the best college football players in the entire country that year. He was also a first-team All-SWC player in 1976.
Playing in the NFL
Gary Green was a highly sought-after player. In the 1977 NFL draft, the Kansas City Chiefs picked him as the 10th player overall. This was a big deal, showing how much talent he had.
What Does a Cornerback Do?
As a cornerback, Gary Green's main job was to defend against the other team's passing plays. He would try to stop wide receivers from catching the ball. Sometimes, he would even intercept the ball, meaning he caught it himself! This would turn the ball over to his team.
Green's NFL Career Highlights
Gary Green played for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1977 to 1983. He then played for the Los Angeles Rams from 1984 to 1985. Over his nine seasons in the NFL, he had some amazing stats:
- He made 33 interceptions.
- He recovered 11 fumbles.
- He scored 2 defensive touchdowns.
These numbers show he was a key player on defense.
Awards and Honors
Gary Green was recognized many times for his excellent play. He was chosen for the Pro Bowl four times (in 1981, 1982, 1983, and 1985). The Pro Bowl is a special game where the best players from each conference play against each other.
He was also named to five All-Pro teams from 1981 to 1985. Being All-Pro means you are considered one of the very best players at your position in the entire league.
In 1977, he was part of the Pro Football Writers of America NFL All-Rookie Team. This honor goes to the best new players in the league.
In 2015, Gary Green was inducted into the Kansas City Chiefs Hall of Fame. This is a huge honor that celebrates his important contributions to the team's history.
