At the 2006 Russian nationals, Griazev finished 9th and did not receive a berth to the European Championships and the Olympics. Due to the withdrawal of other skaters, Griazev was sent to 2006 Worlds, where he struggled in the qualifying and short programs, but performed a strong long program.
In the 2006 Russian nationals, Griazev placed ninth and missed out on a spot at the European Championships and the Olympics. However, due to other skaters withdrawing, he was selected for the 2006 World Championships where his performance in the qualifying and short programs were less successful but improved in the long program.