Recent A.J. Green Notes
A.J. Green
after the catch
Possesses good vision and the lateral agility to cutback against the grain, though his long legs limit his shiftiness. Accelerates quickly and has the straight-line speed to ruin pursuit angles. Surprisingly strong runner. Fights through arm tackles.
route running
An underrated element of his game and a reason why Green appears better suited than most rookies to make an immediate impact in the NFL. Doesn't rely on his size and speed to generate separation from cornerbacks, though he's a terrific jump-ball threat and has the straight-line speed to work the deep part of the field in the NFL. Possesses surprising balance and burst out of his breaks considering his size. Plants his foot and can explode on the slant route, shielding defenders from the ball. Good hesitation and acceleration for double-move routes.
intangibles
Suspended for the first four games of the 2010 season for selling a jersey to an agent. Recipient of Neel Family Football Scholarship. Member of the Summer 2009 Honor Roll. Respected by teammates and coaching staff. Voted Team MVP following the 2010 season.
hands
Unquestionably his best attribute. Long arms, big, soft hands and excellent body control to contort and make the highlight-reel catch, including seemingly impossible one-handed grabs. Rarely allows the ball into his pads, snatching the ball out of the air and securing it quickly when he is anticipating taking a bit hit. Has proven the ability to absorb a pop and maintain control.
release
Quick, active hands to slap away defenders attempts at press coverage. Good lateral agility and impressive acceleration to elude and gain an early advantage. Hits top speed quickly and shows rare balance and explosiveness to gain separation against shorter, quicker defenders.
blocking
Looks to help out his teammates by securing blocks downfield, but has only marginal strength and physicality in this area.
Combine: 4.48 40-yard dash; 18 reps at 225 pounds; 34 1/2-inch vertical; 10'6" broad jump; 4.21 short shuttle; 6.91-cone drill.
Summerville, coached by John McKissick
2007 Parade All-American
2008 SuperPrep Elite 50, All-America, and All-Dixie teams
PrepStar Top 135 Dream Team
four-time consensus Associated Press Division-I AAAA All-State first team selection
four year All-Region selection
2007 Atlanta Journal-Constitution Super Southern 100
Scout.com five-star prospect, Top 100, #10 player in America, #2 WR in nation, #4 player in the South, #2 player in South Carolina
2008 Rivals.com Rivals100 (9), WR Rankings: Deep threat (2), Best after the catch (2), Best hands (2), wide receivers (2), South Carolina Top 20 (2)
ranked #5 in The ESPN 150
only junior named to USA Today 2006 All-USA team
named RISE Magazine's #1 prospect for the class of 2008 following junior season
named to Rivals.com Junior All-America first team
named SI.com's #1 prospect for 2008 following sophomore season
2008 Under Armour All-America High School Football Game participant
as a senior, caught 72 passes for 1,437 yards (20.0 avg.) and 15 touchdowns
as a junior, made 65 catches for 1,203 yards (18.5 avg.) and 14 touchdowns
as a sophomore, caught 75 passes for 1,422 yards (19.0 avg.) and 16 touchdowns
as a freshman, recorded 57 receptions for 1,217 yards (21.3 avg.) and eight touchdowns
also played baseball and ran track.
Born: July 31, 1988; Major: Pre-Business
Physical Attributes:
| Proj Rd: | 1.0 |
| Height: | 6-4 |
| Weight: | 211.0 |
| Forty: | 4.48 |
| Arm: | 9.25 |
| Hand: | 34.375 |
| Wingspan: | -- |
Pro Day Results:
| Cone: | -- |
| Bench: | -- |
| Shuttle: | -- |
| 10: | -- |
| 20: | -- |
| 40: | -- |
| BJ: | -- |
| VJ: | -- |
Combine Results:
| Cone: | 6.91 |
| Bench: | 18.0 |
| Shuttle: | 4.21 |
| 10: | 1.55 |
| 20: | 2.53 |
| 40: | 4.48 |
| BJ: | 10'06" |
| VJ: | 34 1/2 |