2015 NFL Mock Draft – Philadelphia Eagles Defense Backed Into The Corner

Nov 15, 2014; Madison, WI, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers defensive end Randy Gregory (4) during the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium. Wisconsin won 59-24. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports

He is even better in run defense, where he uses both his speed and his size to close rapidly on anyone trying to get to the edge of the defense.   But as is the case as we work deeper into the draft, some believe that Gregory will not find his fullest potential until he adds bulk to his frame and is coached for the NFL pass rusher role that the Raiders so deperately need.

And the phone rings.  Nobody’s home.

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Randy Gregory

DE, University of Nebraska

With the first outside linebacker off the board at number three, the second comes off the board at number four, when the 6’5″ 235 pound Cornhusker is selected by the Oakland Raiders.  Tall and long armed, Gregory is ideal for the swiss army knife role of the modern NFL defense.   Built with a large surface of coverage, he is adept at pass defense whether covering a receiver, or as he closes in on a quarterback and gets his arms up to block throwing lanes.

He is even better in run defense, where he uses both his speed and his size to close rapidly on anyone trying to get to the edge of the defense.   But as is the case as we work deeper into the draft, some believe that Gregory will not find his fullest potential until he adds bulk to his frame and is coached for the NFL pass rusher role that the Raiders so deperately need.

And the phone rings.  Nobody’s home.