Green, who stands 5-11, 240 pounds, was ranked as the No. 1 running back nationally
in the class of 2013, and he is competing for a starting job in his true freshman season.
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Derrick Green Could Be The Ninth True
Freshman To Start At Tailback At U-M
Since true freshmen became eligible in 1972, Michigan has utilized 35 tailbacks and an additional 11 fullbacks in their rookie seasons. Among the 35
tailbacks, eight started for the Wolverines in at least one game. With Derrick
Green potentially starting the season opener against Central Michigan, here is
a look at his eight predecessors.
