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Allie Green IV Named Semifinalist for The Paycom Jim Thorpe Award

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. –– Tulsa Golden Hurricane cornerback Allie Green IV was named a semifinalist for the 2020 Paycom Jim Thorpe Award, it was announced today by the Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame.

The award honors the nation's best defensive back and is based on performance on the field, athletic ability and character. This year's list includes 12 of the nation's best defensive backs and represents six conferences.

Green IV is one of three players representing the American Athletic Conference on the Thorpe Award list tying the SEC for the most semifinalists of any conference.