Houston Defensive Duo Set for Hula Bowl
1/13/2023 10:49:00 AM | Football
Seniors Art Green, D’Anthony Jones take part in 77th annual postseason event
ORLANDO, Fla. – University of Houston Football defensive lineman D'Anthony Jones and defensive back Art Green will take part in the 77th annual Tunnel to Towers Hula Bowl at 11 a.m. CT Saturday from FBC Mortgage Stadium in Orlando, Fla., on CBS Sports Network.
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The senior duo, who turn their attention to the next level, helped Houston to an 8-5 record and victory in the Independence Bowl in 2022. The postseason bowl win was the Cougars' second consecutive and 20th overall victory since the start of the 2021 season.
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Jones led the nation with eight combined forced fumbles from 2021-22 and paced The American with 14.0 sacks since the start of the 2021 season. In 2022, the First-Team All-American Athletic Conference honoree boasted the nation's top pass rush grade among edge defenders (93.1) and second-best overall grade among the group (91.4) according to PFF.
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Green produced a career year for the Cougars, registering 49 tackles, eight pass breakups and two interceptions. The Chesterfield, Mo., native was named the Independence Bowl Defensive Most Valuable Player after logging nine tackles including eight solo stops. The Second-Team All-American Athletic Conference honoree totaled 18 tackles over his final three games.
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Six Cougars are set to participate in collegiate all-star games over the coming weeks. Senior defensive back Gervarrius Owens and senior defensive lineman Derek Parish are headed to the East-West Shrine Bowl in Las Vegas on Thursday, Feb. 2 (7:30 p.m. CT on NFL Network). Senior quarterback Clayton Tune and junior wide receiver Nathaniel Dell will take part in the Reese's Senior Bowl in Mobile, Ala., on Saturday, Feb. 4 (1:30 p.m. CT on NFL Network).
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PRIORITY WAITLIST
Fans are encouraged to join the Houston Football Priority Waitlist today. Just $75 will hold new season tickets for the inaugural 2023 season in the Big 12 Conference. To get in on the excitement, click here or call the Houston Athletics Ticket Office at 713‑GO‑COOGS (462‑6647).
SUPPORT HOUSTON RISEÂ
Join Houston Rise, a $150 million fundraising campaign for Houston Athletics dedicated to championship success in the Big 12 Conference. Every Houston Rise contribution prepares our Cougars to compete and win when we start Big 12 competition in July 2023.Â
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JOIN The 46ers and The HUDDLEÂ
Fans are invited to join the 46ers and the Huddle to directly support Houston Football. Members provide financial support directly to Houston Football for needs beyond operating budget. For more information about the 46ers and the Huddle, call Cougar Pride at 713-743-GoUH (4684) or click here.Â
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The senior duo, who turn their attention to the next level, helped Houston to an 8-5 record and victory in the Independence Bowl in 2022. The postseason bowl win was the Cougars' second consecutive and 20th overall victory since the start of the 2021 season.
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Jones led the nation with eight combined forced fumbles from 2021-22 and paced The American with 14.0 sacks since the start of the 2021 season. In 2022, the First-Team All-American Athletic Conference honoree boasted the nation's top pass rush grade among edge defenders (93.1) and second-best overall grade among the group (91.4) according to PFF.
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Green produced a career year for the Cougars, registering 49 tackles, eight pass breakups and two interceptions. The Chesterfield, Mo., native was named the Independence Bowl Defensive Most Valuable Player after logging nine tackles including eight solo stops. The Second-Team All-American Athletic Conference honoree totaled 18 tackles over his final three games.
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Six Cougars are set to participate in collegiate all-star games over the coming weeks. Senior defensive back Gervarrius Owens and senior defensive lineman Derek Parish are headed to the East-West Shrine Bowl in Las Vegas on Thursday, Feb. 2 (7:30 p.m. CT on NFL Network). Senior quarterback Clayton Tune and junior wide receiver Nathaniel Dell will take part in the Reese's Senior Bowl in Mobile, Ala., on Saturday, Feb. 4 (1:30 p.m. CT on NFL Network).
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PRIORITY WAITLIST
Fans are encouraged to join the Houston Football Priority Waitlist today. Just $75 will hold new season tickets for the inaugural 2023 season in the Big 12 Conference. To get in on the excitement, click here or call the Houston Athletics Ticket Office at 713‑GO‑COOGS (462‑6647).
SUPPORT HOUSTON RISEÂ
Join Houston Rise, a $150 million fundraising campaign for Houston Athletics dedicated to championship success in the Big 12 Conference. Every Houston Rise contribution prepares our Cougars to compete and win when we start Big 12 competition in July 2023.Â
Â
Click here to rise and be counted.
Â
JOIN The 46ers and The HUDDLEÂ
Fans are invited to join the 46ers and the Huddle to directly support Houston Football. Members provide financial support directly to Houston Football for needs beyond operating budget. For more information about the 46ers and the Huddle, call Cougar Pride at 713-743-GoUH (4684) or click here.Â
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STAY CONNECTED
Follow Houston Football on Twitter and Instagram at @UHCougarFB, and "Like" Houston Cougar Football on Facebook.
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