Overview

Overview

Underrated back who might be ranked considerably higher if surrounded by more talent throughout his career. Green-Ellis lacks feel in the passing game, but otherwise is blessed with a rare combination of size, agility and acceleration. Originally signing with Indiana, Green-Ellis proved himself to be an immediate threat in the Big Ten, averaging 98 rushing yards a game against Big Ten opponents before transferring to Ole Miss, where he earned all conference honors after each of the past two seasons.

High School

Prepped at St. Augustine High in New Orleans, spending time at both running back and fullback ... Earned All-District recognition from The Times-Picayune and The Clarion Herald after his senior season ... All-City and All-Metro selection ... Ran for 155 yards and a touchdown in a playoff game against the third-ranked team in the state of Louisiana ... As a senior, ran for over 1,000 yards and had 12 touchdowns, despite playing in a running back rotation ... Earned three letters in football ... Coached in high school by Tyrone Payne ... Also lettered twice in track ...Won 4x100 and was All-District and All-Region.

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Analysis

Analysis

Positives: Chiseled frame. ... Very good initial quickness. ... Smooth acceleration through the hole, with the burst to emerge from the first wave of defense to get into the open field. ... Better football speed than his 40 time would indicate. ... Durable workhorse and a secure ball-handler. ... Productive against quality Big Ten/SEC competition despite being the obvious center of opposing defenses' attention.

Negatives: Can be an impatient runner who rushes into the hole instead of allowing his blocks time to develop. ... Struggles as a receiver. ... Rarely asked to catch passes in this offense and dropped to many that were thrown his way. ... Has some wear on his tires with 920 rushing attempts over his career.

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Q & A

Growing up, who was your favorite NFL player and why?

Deion Sanders because he was the best player in the league and his position.

In college, what player hit you the hardest? Who was the recipient of your best hit?

Tray Blackmon; Patrick Willis

What TV-show marathon will keep you on the couch all day?

Good Times.

What are the five most-played songs in your iPod? What's the one song you hope nobody ever finds out is in your iPod?

Lil' Wayne, 50 Cent - Hustler's Ambition.

What celebrity would play you in the movie version of your life and why?

Denzel Washington because he is a strong male African American with a good view on life.

What is one thing your teammates don't know about you?

That I have country music in my iPod.

What reality TV show would you like to be on and why?

Survivor because I know I have the mental toughness to win.

What's your proudest moment in football? Proudest moment off the field?

Competing and winning; Graduating high school and college.

When you play Madden, what team do you use? Do you put yourself on the team?

San Diego; No.

Who has been the biggest influence on your football career and how?

My grandmother because she motivated me to be the best at whatever I do.