Glynn Stephens Gregory was an American professional football defensive back who played in the National Football League for the Dallas Cowboys.
11 Facts About Glynn Gregory
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Glynn Gregory earned All-American and All-State honors as a running back in football, while playing a key role in three state championships and Abilene's legendary national record-setting 49 consecutive victories.
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Glynn Gregory was a part of 37 straight wins and never lost a game in high school.
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Glynn Gregory received All-State honors and was one of the region's brightest pro-baseball prospects as a switch-hitting catcher, while contributing to the school winning two state championships.
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Glynn Gregory was named Honorable-mention All-state as a shooting guard in basketball.
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Glynn Gregory played as a halfback, punter, defensive back and was voted the team's player of the year.
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Glynn Gregory finished his college career, earning three letters each in football and baseball.
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Glynn Gregory was selected in the ninth round of the 1961 NFL draft by the Dallas Cowboys and in the thirteenth round of the 1961 AFL Draft by the Dallas Texans.
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Glynn Gregory opted to sign with the Cowboys, turning down multiple offers to play professional baseball.
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Glynn Gregory became a 33rd-degree Mason and was a member of the National Honor Society as a schoolboy.
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Glynn Gregory worked for 31 years in the Equitable Life Insurance Company.