Mike Green is originally from Virginia. Played linebacker and tight end in high school. He was one of the most sought-after recruits in the class of 2021. Started his college career at Virginia, spending two seasons with the program, though he did not see the field in his second year.
EDGE Mike Green Transferred to Marshall in 2023, where he played two more seasons. Emerged as one of the biggest breakout stars of 2024. Named Sun Belt Conference Player of the Year and selected to the NCAA All-America Team.
Height: 6'3"
Weight: 251 lbs
40 time: 4.57 seconds
Stats:
- 84 tackles (22.5 for loss)
- 17 sacks
- 3 forced fumbles
Strengths:
- Explosive and flexible
- Good speed
- Diverse pass-rushing techniques
- Uses strength and attack angles to beat bigger opponents (helped by his wrestling background)
- High-energy player who rarely gives up on plays
Weaknesses:
- Lacks ideal size to defend the run at the NFL level
- Very limited experience in pass coverage
- Sometimes overcommits while chasing the quarterback
- Struggles with tackling in open space
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Scouting Report:
Mike Green is an explosive EDGE RUSHER with a solid skill set, though his size may limit his effectiveness in the NFL. He is athletic, agile, and has good hand usage. However, adding muscle mass could impact his mobility. He has virtually no experience in coverage. While he has potential, his physical limitations may raise concerns for NFL teams. Additionally, he has had off-field issues in the past, including allegations of misconduct in high school and during his time at Virginia.