PHX Reporter

Wide receiver Roy Green, a former player for the Cardinals, often knew the opposition’s moves on the field, as he revealed during a recent interview on the Big Red Rage. "They would just laugh," Green, a two-time Pro Bowler, remarked. "You've got to know as much as you can about the other side of the ball."

Drafted in 1979 by the St. Louis Cardinals as a defensive back, Green eventually became a two-way player. By 1981, he made a mark by making receptions and interceptions in the same game multiple times, a feat last achieved in 1957.

Travis Hunter, a dual-role player from Colorado, is set to become available for team selection in the upcoming draft. Known for playing as both a cornerback and a wide receiver, Hunter candidly expressed his refusal to limit himself to one position in football, proclaiming, “I'm just different. I'm a different person.”

The main question revolving around Hunter is the sustainability of his ability to play on both sides. Green shared his insights from personal experience, stating, "Eventually, it's going to wear you down," referring to the physical toll of handling double duty.

Green also noted the challenges in making in-game adjustments while performing on both offense and defense. He recounted how not being present for discussions when on the field could lead to missing crucial tactical shifts.

His transition to full-time wide receiver in 1982 was aided by absorbing knowledge from both sides of the ball, helping him achieve All-Pro honors consecutively. Watching Hunter's progress, Green offered his history and experience as a model for playing dual positions, reflecting, "The fact I knew what they do on defense made it so much easier for me to go to receiver.”

Hunter's career continues to unfold with many watching his path closely, including Green. His story serves as a potential blueprint for Hunter as he enters the NFL.