#99 - Sammy Green, DL/NG/LB (1972-1975). Sammy was born in Bradenton, FL, and played for Doug Dickey from 1972-1975. In 1973, he forced a fumble that led to the Gators's first win over the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. He was team captain, All-SEC, and Consensus All-American in 1975. In 1976, Green led the Gators with 202 tackles – a single season record that still stands today. He finished his career ranked 3rd all-time with 457 tackles. He was named a Gator Great in 2003. He went on to play for the Seattle Seahawks (2nd round draft pick) and Houston Oilers from 1976-1980.
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