BTB: Prediction: It won’t take long for Randy Gregory to win Cowboys starting right DE spot

Stash · Jul 23, 2018

This article sums up many of the reasons why I'm excited to see Randy Gregory back in the fold. It details many of the special qualities and attributes that he brings that other players simply can't. And it a big reason why this team took the risk of drafting him in the first place. A risk we can all hope finally pays off:

In the blink of an eye, the Cowboys just may have one of the fiercest edge rush presences in the NFL in 2018. At the very least, this is one of the best ensembles of raw pass rushing talents that the Cowboys have had in years. The highlight of the 2017 season was the emergence of DeMarcus Lawrence, who was finally healthy. Lawrence became the first Cowboys defensive lineman since Jason Hatcher in 2011 to record double-digit sacks with 14.5.

Behind Lawrence, the Cowboys have Tyrone Crawford, last-year’s first-rounder Taco Charlton, Kony Ealy, Charles Tapper, and this year’s fourth-rounder Dorance Armstrong. Yet, it wasn’t until a few days ago that we found out former 2015 second-round pick Randy Gregory would be rejoining the team after being reinstated by the commissioner. Though Gregory has been on an 18-month layoff, his return can not be overstated. This is huge news for the Dallas Cowboys.

https://www.bloggingtheboys.com/201...gregory-to-win-cowboys-starting-right-de-spot

CyberB0b · Jul 23, 2018

He looks really thin. I doubt he's a full time starter anytime soon.

jazzcat22 · Jul 23, 2018

This article still won't stop the naysayers and the usual suspects though. I am sure they will be coming out of the woodwork soon.
Instead of accepting the possibility Gregory can compete at a high level by the end of TC, and stay clean, they will give the usual stuff.

Gregory can get in the mythical football shape over an off season, just as well as any other player can.
That football shape may only apply if a player returns mid season.

jazzcat22 · Jul 23, 2018

CyberB0b said:
He looks really thin. I doubt he's a full time starter anytime soon.

Looks can be deceiving.

Aviano90 · Jul 23, 2018

I would be disappointed if Gregory can't quickly become a starter.

Howboutdemcowboys31 · Jul 23, 2018

I think 3-4 OLB is his best spot. First down is probably the only down I don’t want him on the field as a RDE. I won’t front I’ve hated on him since the combine for failing the test pre draft but his potential is hard not to be excited about

Sydla · Jul 23, 2018

BTB always goes right into the deep end.

All I need from Gregory at this point is a guy who comes off the bench and is able to generate consistent pressure. I don't need him to start at RDE.

Stash · Jul 23, 2018

Aviano90 said:
I would be disappointed if Gregory can't quickly become a starter.

I don't have to see a full-time "starter", I just need to see a guy who's out there in obvious pass rushing situations. Between Gregory, Taco, Ealy, and Armstrong, there should be more than enough options to get Crawford out of the miscast RDE role he's in now.

And that truly needs to happen if this team is ever going to see the improved pass rush that everyone is expecting. Right defensive end is too important of a position in the NFL for it to be as unproductive as it is for this team. They have Lawrence on the left side and they've got to find an acceptable counterpart on the right.

Stash · Jul 23, 2018

Sydla said:
BTB always goes right into the deep end.

All I need from Gregory at this point is a guy who comes off the bench and is able to generate consistent pressure. I don't need him to start at RDE.

More than the "starting" proclamation, what I took is that Gregory has special attributes that others simply don't have. Like you, I don't see to see "starter" listed by his name. But I do need to see him - and other better options - lining up at right defensive end.

Prime21 · Jul 23, 2018

Sydla said:
BTB always goes right into the deep end.

All I need from Gregory at this point is a guy who comes off the bench and is able to generate consistent pressure. I don't need him to start at RDE.

Gregory is that caliber of talent. I'm pretty sure he was a starter in every game he has played.

If he stays off the weed and is healthy, he is the primary RDE.

CyberB0b · Jul 23, 2018

jazzcat22 said:
Looks can be deceiving.

True. I think with the time off he's had, it will be hard to earn a full time spot. He's a situational passrusher at this point.

CowboysFaninHouston · Jul 23, 2018

stasheroo said:
This article sums up many of the reasons why I'm excited to see Randy Gregory back in the fold. It details many of the special qualities and attributes that he brings that other players simply can't. And it a big reason why this team took the risk of drafting him in the first place. A risk we can all hope finally pays off:

In the blink of an eye, the Cowboys just may have one of the fiercest edge rush presences in the NFL in 2018. At the very least, this is one of the best ensembles of raw pass rushing talents that the Cowboys have had in years. The highlight of the 2017 season was the emergence of DeMarcus Lawrence, who was finally healthy. Lawrence became the first Cowboys defensive lineman since Jason Hatcher in 2011 to record double-digit sacks with 14.5.

Behind Lawrence, the Cowboys have Tyrone Crawford, last-year’s first-rounder Taco Charlton, Kony Ealy, Charles Tapper, and this year’s fourth-rounder Dorance Armstrong. Yet, it wasn’t until a few days ago that we found out former 2015 second-round pick Randy Gregory would be rejoining the team after being reinstated by the commissioner. Though Gregory has been on an 18-month layoff, his return can not be overstated. This is huge news for the Dallas Cowboys.

https://www.bloggingtheboys.com/201...gregory-to-win-cowboys-starting-right-de-spot

I would put the anointing oil away as the ole Bill said.

one, he would be a liability against the run and he showed that in the few games he played, teams will just rough shot over him. and he has been away for 2 years, so all the measurable mean nothing unless he has honed his skills and technique. my opinion at best he is the back up to Charlton with Crawford moving back inside. I think Crawford starts the season, but if Charlton shows he is ready, he may get the nod over Crawford.

CowboysFaninHouston · Jul 23, 2018

jazzcat22 said:
Looks can be deceiving.

not really in this case for a 4-3 DE. he is build more like an OLB for a 4-3 and that may end up being his calling.

plasticman · Jul 23, 2018

The great thing about training camp is that all speculation ends.The first preseason game is 17 days away. We will all be able to see for ourselves.

glimmerman · Jul 23, 2018

I will believe it when I see it. I think he will improve as the season goes on.

Stash · Jul 23, 2018

CowboysFaninHouston said:
I would put the anointing oil away as the ole Bill said.

one, he would be a liability against the run and he showed that in the few games he played, teams will just rough shot over him. and he has been away for 2 years, so all the measurable mean nothing unless he has honed his skills and technique.

I don't remember evidence of him being "a liability against the run". And "2 years" is a common mistake people make for his time away. That's an oversimplification and not accurate. And the word is he has in fact honed his skills and technique working with former pro Greg Townsend.

my opinion at best he is the back up to Charlton with Crawford moving back inside. I think Crawford starts the season, but if Charlton shows he is ready, he may get the nod over Crawford.

Crawford needs to be out of the right defensive end conversation. If he's lining up there, your pass rush has one hand tied behind their backs.

There are enough better options that you should no longer be forced to line up Crawford in a position he's totally miscast for.

Stash · Jul 23, 2018

Prime21 said:
Gregory is that caliber of talent. I'm pretty sure he was a starter in every game he has played.

If he stays off the weed and is healthy, he is the primary RDE.

Actually, he's never been the starter to this point in his career.

https://www.pro-football-reference.com/players/G/GregRa00.htm

Sydla · Jul 23, 2018

Prime21 said:
Gregory is that caliber of talent. I'm pretty sure he was a starter in every game he has played.

If he stays off the weed and is healthy, he is the primary RDE.

You have no idea if he is. The Cowboys just invested a #1 pick in a guy that might play RDE in Charlton as well.

In fact, I'd be stunned if he's a starting DE for us in 2018.

CATCH17 · Jul 23, 2018

They have too many investments to just play 1 guy there.

Taco, Gregory, Armstrong, tapper, and whatever the name is of the Scrub that had a good superbowl.

armadillooutlaw · Jul 23, 2018

Randy can bring speeeeeed at RDE.
Him and Law bursting off the edges on third down- watch out!
I'd love to get a Dallas NASCAR package golng.

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