The Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame and the Jim Thorpe Association announced the semifinalists for the 2025 Paycom Jim Thorpe Award, and Tulsa sophomore Elijah Green is among the 15 players honored as the nation’s top defensive backs.

Green Among Nation’s Leaders

Green has been a breakout force this season, leading the nation with five interceptions, tied for the most in college football. His five picks also lead both the Golden Hurricane and the American Athletic Conference.

He has recorded two interceptions in a single game twice, against Navy and Memphis, while adding six pass breakups on the year.

Tackling Machine

In addition to his coverage skills, Green ranks fifth on the team with 42 tackles, setting a career-high with 10 against Tulane on September 27. He’s the first TU player to

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