Aaron Gregory

Bio

Height 6'2"
Weight 177 lbs
Hometown Douglasville, GA
High School Douglas County
Rating ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Recruiting

⭐⭐⭐⭐ Class of 2026
#84 National
#22 WR
#22 State
0.9606 Rating

Scouting Report

A+
96 / 100 Ceiling 96 • Floor 88
year 1 contributor NFL Rd 3

Aaron Gregory is a highly productive, technically advanced wide receiver with a long, athletic frame. His advanced route-running, body control, and ball skills make him a high-floor prospect who projects as a reliable perimeter weapon at the Power Four level for Texas A&M.

Physical Profile

Possesses a long and narrow build, listed between 6-foot-2 and 6-foot-3, and around 177 pounds. While he is on the slender side, he demonstrates surprising fearlessness and contact balance. Gregory owns a smooth stride and shows the lower body explosiveness to elevate and attack the ball in the air, evidenced by his multi-sport background as a regional qualifier in the long jump. His frame has significant room to add muscle mass, which will be crucial for his development at the next level.

Play Style

Gregory is a cerebral and technical outside receiver who wins with nuance and skill over raw power or speed. He is a polished route runner who can get open at the intermediate level and uses the sideline effectively. On film, he shows a knack for making contested catches in traffic and demonstrates impressive contact balance, often staying on his feet through tackle attempts. He is aggressive in coming back to the football and shows strong, reliable hands.

Strengths

  • Advanced route-runner for his age; shows a nuanced ability to decelerate, sink his hips, and make sharp breaks to create separation.
  • Excellent ball skills and body control; consistently tracks the ball well in the air, adjusts to underthrown passes, and has a 'my ball' mentality when attacking the football.
  • Strong production and field awareness; was highly productive against top Georgia 6A competition, tallying 163 catches for 2,930 yards in his high school career and demonstrating a cerebral feel for finding space in zone coverage.

Areas to Improve

  • Must add significant bulk and functional strength to his slender frame to handle physical press corners at the SEC level and improve his blocking.
  • While a smooth strider, his top-end, breakaway speed is not elite, as some scouting reports note that his testing markers leave something to be desired.

College Projection

Gregory is expected to be a significant contributor for Texas A&M. Given his advanced route-running and reliable hands, he has the potential to earn a role in the receiver rotation early in his career, especially as he adds weight to his frame. He projects as a multi-year starter and a trusted, high-volume target in a timing-based passing offense. His commitment to the Aggies has been strong, and he is a key piece of their 2026 recruiting class.

NFL Outlook

With a composite rating of 0.9606 and a national ranking inside the top 100, Gregory possesses clear NFL potential. His development will hinge on adding mass and strength to his frame. If he can maximize his physical potential while continuing to refine his already advanced technical skills, he projects as a mid-round (Day 3) NFL Draft pick with the upside to climb higher.

Best Fit

Gregory is an ideal fit as a perimeter X or Z receiver in a pro-style or spread offense that values precise route-running and timing. A system that allows him to work the intermediate areas of the field and utilize his body control on sideline and back-shoulder throws would maximize his skillset. His connection with the Texas A&M coaching staff, particularly receivers coach Holmon Wiggins, suggests a strong fit in their offensive scheme.

Player Comparison

Calvin Ridley Alabama • Atlanta Falcons/Jacksonville Jaguars 82% match

Both share a similar lean, tall frame at 6'3" with elite speed potential that translates to big-play ability. Ridley was also a highly-rated 4-star prospect from Georgia who committed early to an SEC powerhouse, demonstrating the same combination of regional dominance and national recognition that suggests elite route-running and separation skills at the next level.