John Green, who played for Tulane in 1942 and then for the Army as a guard from 1943 to 1945, was born on September 15, 1924.
Green, nicknamed “Jumbo” for his imposing size, was a two-way tackle who established himself as a dominant player for the Tulane Green Wave in the early 1940s. A celebrated star for his outstanding play on both the offensive and defensive lines, Green was named a First-Team All-American in 1944.
Green was a two-time All-American at Army, as the Black Knights enjoyed back-to-back national championships in 1944 and 1945.Â
Green’s college career was a testament to his versatility and power, and he was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1989, solidifying his place among the sport’s all-time greats.
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