Douglas Parks Greene (born February 10, 1956) is a former

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who played three seasons for the St. Louis Cardinals and

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. He also played two seasons in the

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for the Washington Federals and

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Early life and education

Doug Greene was born on February 10, 1956, in

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. He went to high school at

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. He went to college at

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Professional career

St. Louis Cardinals Greene was drafted in the 3rd round (69th overall) in the

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. He played in 15 out of 16 games in his rookie season. He also started 4 games. He went to the

the next season. Buffalo Bills With the

in 1979, he had his first and only career interception; a 21-yard return. He played 15 games for the Bills. The next year he only played in 8 games. Washington Federals After not playing in 1981 or 1982, he played a season in 1983 with the Washington Federals of the

. He had 9 interceptions for 121 yards and a touchdown. He also had a 5-yard sack. He played in all 18 games. San Antonio Gunslingers In 1984, he played for the

. 1984 was his last season.

References

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