Tyriq Green

Physical Profile

At a listed 5-foot-11 and 200 pounds, Green possesses a compact and powerful build well-suited for the safety position or a nickel/hybrid role. While not possessing elite height, his frame is solid and he plays with functional strength that allows him to be a physical tackler. His background as a track athlete, with a verified 10.98 100-meter dash, showcases his legitimate straight-line speed, which is evident on film in his ability to close on ball carriers and in the open field as a runner.

Play Style

Green plays with a high motor and an aggressive, instinctive style. On defense, he is a see-ball, get-ball player who trusts his eyes and attacks the line of scrimmage. He is a reliable open-field tackler who wraps up and drives his feet. On offense, he is a decisive and powerful runner with the speed to break long runs. His film shows a player with excellent vision and balance, capable of making defenders miss and running through arm tackles.

Strengths

• **Versatility & Instincts:** Green is a true three-phase player, having scored touchdowns as a running back, receiver, return specialist, and defensive player in high school. This experience on offense enhances his defensive instincts, allowing him to anticipate routes and diagnose plays effectively from the secondary. His five interceptions as a junior demonstrate his ball-hawking ability.
• **Playmaking Ability:** He has a knack for making game-changing plays in critical moments, as evidenced by his 184-yard, two-touchdown performance, including the game-winning 82-yard run, in the GHSA Class 6A state championship. This big-play ability translates to all three phases of the game.
• **Physicality & Tackling:** Despite his offensive prowess, his future is likely on defense where he displays a physical and aggressive style of play. He is an explosive tackler who is not afraid to play downhill and engage with ball carriers.
• **Special Teams Value:** Green is a dynamic returner, with experience and success returning both kickoffs and punts. This adds immediate value at the collegiate level and provides another avenue for him to impact the game.

Areas to Improve

• **Positional Refinement:** While his versatility is a major strength, he will need to focus on mastering the technical aspects of one position at the next level, most likely safety. This will include refining his footwork in coverage, improving his eye discipline, and learning the nuances of a complex collegiate defensive scheme.
• **Coverage Technique:** As he transitions to playing defense full-time against elite collegiate receivers, he will need to continue to develop his man-to-man and zone coverage techniques to avoid being overly reliant on his athleticism.

College Projection

Green is projected to be a multi-year contributor and eventual starter at the safety position for the University of Georgia. His versatility could also allow him to see playing time in sub-packages as a nickel back or dime linebacker. He is expected to be an immediate contributor on special teams in the return game and on coverage units.

NFL Outlook

As a 4-star prospect with a composite rating of 0.9321 committed to a premier program like Georgia, Green has the potential to develop into an NFL Draft prospect. His combination of athleticism, versatility, and football instincts are highly valued at the professional level. If he can successfully transition to a full-time defensive role and continue to make plays against top competition, he could project to be a mid-round draft pick with the potential to rise higher depending on his collegiate production and pre-draft testing.

Best Fit

A defensive scheme that utilizes versatile defensive backs and allows its safeties to be interchangeable, playing both in the box as run support and deep in coverage. His skill set is a strong fit for a modern, multiple-front defense that values players who can fill various roles and create turnovers. His commitment to Georgia, known for its elite defenses, is an ideal fit for his talents.