jt3631 Posted June 3, 2009 Share Posted June 3, 2009 As we continue to look for an outside linebacker I am wondering if Greg Ellis, recently cut by the BOYS could be an option for us? What do you all think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuckincincy Posted June 3, 2009 Share Posted June 3, 2009 As we continue to look for an outside linebacker I am wondering if Greg Ellis, recently cut by the BOYS could be an option for us? What do you all think? Yep - he could help. If at age 34, he's out of gas, training camp will show that. Somebody previously posted that his guaranteed money - 1.5 million - is on DAL's books. I think he's a DE, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bizell Posted June 3, 2009 Share Posted June 3, 2009 stuck, ellis played OLB when Dallas switched to a 3-4. Prior to that, though, he was a 4-3 DE. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rpcolosi Posted June 3, 2009 Share Posted June 3, 2009 stuck, ellis played OLB when Dallas switched to a 3-4. Prior to that, though, he was a 4-3 DE. see the prior greg ellis thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VOR Posted June 3, 2009 Share Posted June 3, 2009 Yep - he could help. If at age 34, he's out of gas, training camp will show that. Somebody previously posted that his guaranteed money - 1.5 million - is on DAL's books. I think he's a DE, though. The problem is, several teams will be bidding for his services, and I doubt Buffalo is high on his list. So that means paying him a lot, and thus seeing if he's out of gas during training camp isn't a smart idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KD in CA Posted June 3, 2009 Share Posted June 3, 2009 The problem is, several teams will be bidding for his services, and I doubt Buffalo is high on his list. So that means paying him a lot, and thus seeing if he's out of gas during training camp isn't a smart idea. Maybe TO can help recruit. Buffalo can become the land of underachieving Cowboy castoffs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VOR Posted June 3, 2009 Share Posted June 3, 2009 Maybe TO can help recruit. Buffalo can become the land of underachieving Cowboy castoffs. Ellis has averaged about 8 sacks a year over the past decade. That's hardly "underachieving." And if you were talking about TO... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuckincincy Posted June 3, 2009 Share Posted June 3, 2009 The problem is, several teams will be bidding for his services, and I doubt Buffalo is high on his list. So that means paying him a lot, and thus seeing if he's out of gas during training camp isn't a smart idea. "Ellis has averaged about 8 sacks a year over the past decade. That's hardly "underachieving."." Where have I recently read that?... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VOR Posted June 3, 2009 Share Posted June 3, 2009 "Ellis has averaged about 8 sacks a year over the past decade. That's hardly "underachieving."." Where have I recently read that?... Given your sarcasm, I'll assume that you posted that fact. I didn't see that post, and instead looked up his stats on NFL.com myself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2020 Our Year For Sure Posted June 3, 2009 Share Posted June 3, 2009 No chance Ellis could play LB in a 4-3 zone scheme. He might be able to help the pass rush as a DE, but we've already got Maybin as a pass rush specialist. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuckincincy Posted June 3, 2009 Share Posted June 3, 2009 Given your sarcasm, I'll assume that you posted that fact. I didn't see that post, and instead looked up his stats on NFL.com myself. Please read your post #7 of this thread... You posted it - why are you asking me where I got it from...or whatever it is you are saying now? Admit your fault and move on. That's what I try to do when I drink. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VOR Posted June 3, 2009 Share Posted June 3, 2009 Please read your post #7 of this thread... You posted it - why are you asking me where I got it from...or whatever it is you are saying now? Admit your fault and move on. That's what I try to do when I drink. Punch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuckincincy Posted June 3, 2009 Share Posted June 3, 2009 Punch. Not my drink of choice...unless you are channeling Steely Dan. I recommend against THAT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHUK ny Posted June 3, 2009 Share Posted June 3, 2009 As we continue to look for an outside linebacker I am wondering if Greg Ellis, recently cut by the BOYS could be an option for us? What do you all think? Ellis was casted off because he was a liability in coverage much like Roy Williams was. In a division with westbrook, portis, and the giants crew, he was a liability. He should have never moved to LB though because he does not have the hips for coverage. A move back to end, could allow for another 2-3 solid years for him! Him on one side and Schobel on the other using maybin and ellis for relief would not be a bad setup at all. What to do with kelsay then? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solomon Grundy Posted June 3, 2009 Share Posted June 3, 2009 Has anyone thought of the option of letting Maybim play OLB and letting Greg Ellis be the pass rushing DE. This way Maybin can play a position at his natural weight. Maybin is also a gifted enough athlete to make the transition to OLB. If OBD is willing to transform college CB/LB to safety why not try Maybin at OLB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2020 Our Year For Sure Posted June 4, 2009 Share Posted June 4, 2009 Has anyone thought of the option of letting Maybim play OLB and letting Greg Ellis be the pass rushing DE. This way Maybin can play a position at his natural weight. Maybin is also a gifted enough athlete to make the transition to OLB. If OBD is willing to transform college CB/LB to safety why not try Maybin at OLB. Do you want Maybin attacking the quarterback, or dropping 10 yards into coverage? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest dog14787 Posted June 4, 2009 Share Posted June 4, 2009 Ellis was casted off because he was a liability in coverage much like Roy Williams was. In a division with westbrook, portis, and the giants crew, he was a liability. He should have never moved to LB though because he does not have the hips for coverage. A move back to end, could allow for another 2-3 solid years for him! Him on one side and Schobel on the other using maybin and ellis for relief would not be a bad setup at all. What to do with kelsay then? I couldn't agree more, besides we need some good quality depth at DE and Greg Ellis gives us a versatile, experienced player that would really help shore up our overall pass rush capabilities. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Turk Posted June 4, 2009 Share Posted June 4, 2009 As we continue to look for an outside linebacker I am wondering if Greg Ellis, recently cut by the BOYS could be an option for us? What do you all think? Ellis would be a DE in a 4-3 scheme, the same position he played before the Cowboys switched to a 3-4 and moved him to OLB... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JPicc2114 Posted June 4, 2009 Share Posted June 4, 2009 You guys are stupid, wanting players that wouldn't even fit the Bills Defensive scheme. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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