Defensive End
No. 81
Delta State
"The Giants obtained Gregory from the Cleveland Browns just before training camp in 1972 after he had played out his option, with a No. 1 draft choice going to Cleveland. That proved to be one of the finest acquisitions in years for the Giants as he had an outstanding year and added much needed sinew to the Giants' front four. He led the NFL in sacking opposing passers, getting to the quarterback 21 times by himself- three more than the entire Giant team did in 1971. For his superb play, Jack was a first-team All-NFL selection and was named to the Pro Bowl. Last year, hampered by personal problems at home because of his critically ill infant son, Jack's totals fell off somewhat, but he did account for nine solo sacks and two assists before an ankle injury sidelined him.
Jack was a No. 9 choice of the Browns as a future in 1965 and spent four seasons as a starter with the Browns, getting a second-team All-AFC berth and a trip to the Pro Bowl in 1970. Big, very strong and always aggressive, Jack ranks among the top pass rushers in the NFL and provides solid leadership for the Giants' defensive unit.
He began his collegiate career at Chattanooga University, winning letters at both defensive tackle and end, then transferred to Delta State where he also lettered and starred on both offense and defense.
Jack was born in Okolona, Mississippi where he excelled in all sports at Okolona High School. His dad, Jack Sr., was a pro lineman with the Cleveland Rams in the early 1940s.
Jack still resides in his hometown with his wife and young son. He raises cattle, cotton and soybeans on a ranch he owns."
-1974 New York Giants Media Guide
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