Ex-49ers LB Gregory sues NFL, Broncos over fines for THC use originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area
A former 49ers pass rusher filed a lawsuit against the NFL and the Denver Broncos.
Randy Gregory, who played with San Francisco during the 2023 NFL season after being acquired from the Broncos, sued the league and Denver on Wednesday under the Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act.
The 31-year-old’s lawsuit comes after being fined over $500,000 for THC use since March 2023. In his civil complaint, Gregory’s representatives argue that the current Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker needs THC to treat social anxiety disorder and PTSD.
Former Broncos linebacker Randy Gregory is suing the team and the NFL, accusing them of wrongly fining him $532,500 for using THC to treat anxiety and PTSD. https://t.co/Cf3UphVzCc
— Justin Wingerter (@JustinWingerter) June 6, 2024
“Mr. Gregory requested an accommodation from the NFL and Broncos to consume Dronabinol to treat his disabilities,” the civil complaint states. “Specifically, Mr. Gregory sought to consume Dronabinol, which is synthetic cannabis, at the direction of his treating physician during non-work hours. The NFL and the Broncos denied his request noting that THC is a federally controlled substance.
“Since requesting an accommodation, Mr. Gregory has paid $532,500 in penalties to the NFL for consuming THC to treat his disabilities. Regardless of a positive test, Mr. Gregory is expected to play in every game, attend practice, attend media sessions, and fulfil his job responsibilities. In other words, he cannot be suspended for a positive test alone. Significantly, the NFL and the Broncos profited from Mr. Gregory’s continued employment.”
Currently, the NFL doesn’t suspend players for THC use, but as a banned substance, players who test positive are subject to fines.
The defender, who recorded 11 total tackles and 2.5 sacks in 12 appearances with San Francisco, had his permission request to use Dronabinol denied by…
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Publish date : 2024-06-08 05:00:53
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