Ellis interview

by Dave Halprin on Jun 8, 2007 12:10 AM CDT in Dallas Cowboys News

You can watch the full Greg Ellis interview for yourself over at DC.com

In my opinion, it’s actually worse than what was initially reported. The factual stuff is the same as what was reported earlier, Ellis wants more money or else he wants to be traded/released. But Greg is making it a personal thing between him and Jerry Jones. Not a good strategy in his vulnerable position.

I really hate writing this stuff about Ellis, I really do like what he has done for the Cowboys. And like I said before, he had such a great reputation until the last few years. I don’t know what happened; maybe the Tuna freaked Ellis out or something.

The DMN has a long article on the latest Ellis comments.

But Jerry summed it up in a single comment.

"We all want more money," Jones said.

There’s a Tony Romo interview over at NFL.com. At the moment of this posting, it’s the seventh video down the list.

Hat tip to Richard Joke for sending me the link.

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I know

I've said it before, but this is just getting ridiculous. I think I've heard more than enough.
Guys, it's time for Ellis to be traded or released. Spencer is going to be the starting OLB come Sept. There is no doubt in my mind. Ellis's complaining is just going to become more of a distraction as training camp approaches. He is showing no intentions of letting this go unlike last year. It's time to move Ellis.

by Cowboys81 on Jun 8, 2007 12:55 AM CDT reply actions

The problem is not

Greg Ellis in my opinion. The problem is the lack of committment to contracts in the NFL. How many contracts have we seen renegotiated or players released due to a player's unhappiness with his contract? Regardless of how you feel about Greg Ellis, enough contracts have been torn up (terry glenn) to set an expectation with players that if you think you deserve more, then you should let it be known (TO). Not doing so guarantees no new contract. It's like leaving money at the table.

by BigE on Jun 8, 2007 8:18 AM CDT reply actions

Come on Grizz

Why is everything Parcells fault with you?

the Tuna freaked Ellis out

;)

Burt-D

by Burt D @ Blogging The Boys on Jun 8, 2007 10:07 AM CDT reply actions

this situation with Ellis is truly sad

Greg was one of my favorite players of the post-dynasty era and to see him react this way is really sad.

I'm hoping Jerry can somehow rectify this problem rather than trade or release him. I'm not advocating that Jerry should redo his contract, but hopefully do something to keep his experience and leadership on a defense with a bunch of young guys that need a mentor like Ellis. Actually Spencer is on record as saying he wants Ellis on the team for this very reason.

In Romo we Trust

by Terry on Jun 8, 2007 10:23 AM CDT reply actions

Yeah even if Ellis is not the "starter"

he should still get more money because he would be an excellent backup, great situational pass rusher, and like you said provide value as a leader and mentor to the other players. He has done enough for this team to deserve it IMO.

Burt-D

by Burt D @ Blogging The Boys on Jun 8, 2007 10:33 AM CDT up reply actions

Sure

but he has to earn it this year. That means being a player and leader on the field. If he performs at a high level, his value will pay off for him. JJ isn't running a charity for good guys, but he has always been more than fair to players.

by dunkman on Jun 8, 2007 10:43 AM CDT up reply actions