61-year-old Tom Green becomes college freshman football player

Tom Green, a 61-year-old retired entrepreneur, will walk on to the football team at McDaniel College this season. He is one year away from potentially becoming the oldest college football player in history. Green's journey began after battling stage four kidney cancer, during which he changed his lifestyle and sought new hobbies. He shared that football's camaraderie has remained a significant part of his life. Green is set to make his debut on the defensive line against Catholic on September 4, 2026.

• 8:56 PMYahoo Sports — College football will have a 61-year-old freshman this season