Hawkeye Shonn Greene: Iowa Time Machine August 21, 1985

Iowa Time Machine ⏰: On August 21, 1985, legendary Hawkeye running back Shonn Greene was born. A unanimous All-American, Doak Walker Award, and Jim Brown Trophy winner, Greene helped the Hawkeyes win the 2009 Outback Bowl.

Born and raised in New Jersey, Greene headed west to Iowa after racking up 1,378 yards during his senior season at Winslow Township High School. After spending a year at Kirkwood Community College, Greene dominated the 2008 season while rushing for at least 100 yards in each game he appeared in. Greene racked up 1,850 yards and 20 touchdowns while earning honors as the top running back in the country.

In the Outback Bowl, Green helped guide the Hawkeyes to victory by rushing for 129 yards and two touchdowns. Recognized as the Big Ten Most Valuable Player, Green also won the Doak Walker Award and Jim Brown Trophy to further solidify his place as the best back in college football.

Drafted in the third round by the New York Jets, Green went on to a five-year NFL career. Playing for the Jets and the Tennessee Titans, Green rushed for 4,110 yards and 24 touchdowns during his NFL career. #Iowa #OTD #History #Football #Hawkeyes