Greene began his career with the Los Angeles Rams in 1985, where he played for four seasons. He then moved to the Pittsburgh Steelers, where he had his most successful years. He was a key member of the Steelers' defense, helping them to two Super Bowl appearances. He was also named the NFL's Defensive Player of the Year in 1994.
Greene then moved to the Carolina Panthers in 1996, where he played for three seasons. He then moved to the San Francisco 49ers for one season before retiring in 1999.
Throughout his career, Greene recorded 160 sacks, which ranks him third all-time in the NFL. He also recorded 23 forced fumbles and five interceptions. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2016.
Greene was known for his relentless pursuit of the quarterback and his ability to make big plays. He was a leader on the field and a mentor off it. He was a great teammate and a true professional. He will always be remembered as one of the greatest pass rushers in NFL history.
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