Randy Gregory files lawsuit against NFL, Broncos over fines for alleged THC use

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Veteran NFL linebacker Randy Gregory is suing the league and one of his former teams.

Gregory's lawsuit against the NFL and the Denver Broncos alleges discrimination over fines that totaled $532,500. 

He was fined for allegedly taking medication containing tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), an active ingredient in marijuana, during his time with the Broncos. Gregory appeared in six games in 2022 and four games in 2023 before he was traded to the San Francisco 49ers.

Gregory said he was prescribed dronabinol for social anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder, according to a complaint filed in Arapahoe County District Court. However, the pass rusher said he was denied the option to take the prescribed medicine.

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Randy Gregory of the Denver Broncos warms up against the San Francisco 49ers at Empower Field at Mile High Sept. 25, 2022, in Denver, Colo. (Jamie Schwaberow/Getty Images)

The lawsuit argues that denial is discriminatory under Colorado law.

The NFL has made changes to its policies related to THC in recent years. Players who do test positive for THC no longer face suspensions. However, THC is still on the league's banned substances list, which means players could face fines after testing positive.

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While the Broncos are named in the suit, teams don't have a role in fining players who violate the NFL's substance policies. 

Denver Broncos linebacker Randy Gregory gestures after San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo was tackled for a safety during the second half of a game in Denver Sept. 25,