Makel Green is a defensive end from Phenix City, Alabama, who attended Central HS. A consensus three-star recruit in the 2025 class, he helped his high school reach the Alabama 7A State Championship Game as a senior before joining Troy. Green redshirted during the 2025 season after appearing in six games, logging one defensive snap in the bowl game and 58 snaps on special teams. He is currently a returning redshirt freshman for the Trojans.