Randy Gregory: Latest News, Rumors and Buzz on DE's 2015 NFL Draft Stock

Randy Gregory is arguably the best pass-rusher available in the 2015 NFL draft. The former Nebraska standout didn't have his name called during Day 1 after news of off-the-field problems surfaced, but likely won't have to wait long to find out his new suitors.        

Continue for updates.  

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Gregory Hits Back After Day 1 Snub

Friday, May 1

Gregory has promised to make the teams who overlooked him regret their decision:

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Gregory's Interviews, Potential Issues Have Hurt Draft Stock

Wednesday, April 29

Paul Pabst of The Dan Patrick Show passed along comments from Jay Glazer regarding Gregory's draft stock. "I wouldn't touch him....from what teams say...there are other issues," Glazer said. 

Mike Garafolo of Fox Sports reported that Gregory feared he had been "too honest" with teams and rubbed them the wrong way, but that he wanted to be honest with them. 

Bart Hubbuch of the New York Post passed along comments from Gregory, who told him that his positive marijuana test at the combine was "one of the most embarrassing things I've ever done in my life."

On April 26, NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah revealed, "I've talked to some teams who have taken Gregory entirely off their boards," via The Jason McIntyre Show on Twitter.

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Gregory's Pro-Player Comparison

Friday, April 24

Matt Miller of Bleacher Report broke down Gregory's NFL counterpart before the NFL draft:

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Simms: Gregory Highlights Eagles' Ultimate Draft Plan

Thursday, April 23

Bleacher Report's Chris Simms discussed who should highlight the Eagles' best plan for success in the draft: 

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Multiple Teams Reportedly Concerned with Gregory's Character

Tuesday, April 14 

Trey Wingo of ESPN and Mike Loyko of NEPatriotsDraft.com provided information on Gregory's predraft visits:

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Cardinals Reportedly Met With Gregory

Monday, April 13

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported that Gregory visited with the Arizona Cardinals over the weekend.

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Saints to Host Gregory

Monday, April 13

"Saints also will be hosting Nebraska's Randy Gregory this week. Lots of visits for him, as teams are gathering as much info as possible," reported Fox Sports' Mike Garafolo.

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Cole: Gregory Could Fall to Saints, Bengals

Thursday, April 9

Jason Cole of Bleacher Report passed along what he was hearing regarding Gregory's draft stock:

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Falcons Have Private Workout With Gregory

Thursday, April 9

Rapoport reported that the Falcons had a private workout with Gregory following his failed drug test.

On March 26, Rapoport commented on Gregory's draft stock following his failed drug test at the combine:

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A landing spot for Randy Gregory: One scout noted his talent is “special.” Keep an eye on #Falcons at 8. ATL is open to edgier players now.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 26, 2015"

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Adam Jahns Highlights Randy Gregory on Bears' Big Board

Thursday, April 9

Adam Jahns of the Chicago Sun-Times broke down where he believes Gregory stands on the Bears' big board. His analysis on Gregory starts at the 0:53 mark in the following video:

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Gregory Scheduled to Visit with Chargers

Tuesday, April 7

Michael Gehlken of U-T San Diego reported that Gregory is set to meet with San Diego later this week as the team evaluates the defensive end prior to the NFL draft.

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Multiple Teams Considering Gregory

Monday, March 30

"The Panthers are working out Nebraska OLB Randy Gregory today," revealed ESPN's Josina Anderson, citing a source.

On March 27, Tony Pauline of DraftInsider.net reported around six new teams, including the San Diego Chargers and Pittsburgh Steelers, have scheduled visits with Gregory since it was revealed that he tested positive for marijuana at the NFL combine.

Pauline also reported (via WalterFootball.com) that the Giants and Jets have interest in Gregory, although he was unable to confirm a visit with either franchise.

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Gregory Tested Positive for Marijuana at NFL Combine

Wednesday, March 25

Kimberley Jones of NFL.com reported that Gregory failed a test for marijuana at the combine in February:

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Gregory confirmed the positive test to NFL Media on Wednesday afternoon in an interview at his agent's home office in suburban Atlanta.

"I blame myself," Gregory said. "And I know it sounds cliché, but there's really no one else I can blame."

Gregory officially learned of his failed test about two weeks ago, during a phone call with his father. Believing he had received a letter from the NFL inviting him to attend the draft, Gregory asked his father to open the envelope. It wasn't a draft invitation.

"It said I failed a drug test," he said.

Gregory said he has not smoked marijuana since December, but because his THC levels were so elevated, the drug remained in his system at the combine. Thus, the positive test.

"I was worse at Nebraska than I've ever been at any other time of my life," Gregory said. "But I know how I am now. I think if teams really look at how I am now more so than the past, they'll see I'm making strides to get better, as a person and as a player."

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Gregory Improves on Combine Numbers at Workout 

Wednesday, March 25 

Gregory bested his combine marks at a workout with sports performance trainer Chip Smith:

Rand Getlin of Yahoo Sports provided video of Gregory's 40-yard dash:

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Gregory Reportedly To Visit Ravens

Monday, March 23

Aaron Wilson of The Baltimore Sun reported that Gregory is set to visit with the Baltimore Ravens prior to the NFL Draft.

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Miller: Jaguars a Good Fit for Gregory

Tuesday, March 17

Pressuring the quarterback is hugely important in the NFL these days, which is why there is so much emphasis placed on players like Gregory in the draft.

As seen in this video, Bleacher Report's Matt Miller believes that Gregory's skill set would mesh well with and be attractive to the Jacksonville Jaguars at No. 3:

Miller and Bleacher Report NFL Analyst Chris Simms debated on this year's top edge-rushers, including Gregory:

The Jags have a defensive-minded head coach in Gus Bradley, and it never hurts to have an extra pass-rusher in a division that features Indianapolis Colts' superstar quarterback Andrew Luck.

Gregory is a versatile player who can line up at either linebacker or defensive end, and that figures to work well in Bradley's scheme since he likes to throw different looks at opposing offenses.

After grabbing its quarterback of the future in Blake Bortles last year, Jacksonville can afford to continue building on the defensive side of the ball.

If Gregory is as good as advertised, then the Jags could potentially work their way back to playoff contention in the near future.

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