Cowboys legend, assistant DL coach raves about 'wizard' Micah Parsons

Cowboys assistant defensive line coach Greg Ellis heaps praise on Micah Parsons, calling him a "wizard" with "receiver kind of speed."

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Cowboys assistant defensive line coach Greg Ellis didn't hold back in his praise for Micah Parsons, emphasizing the linebacker's unique blend of speed and skill.

"I told Micah, I don't know another defensive end, and I've been blessed to play for 12 years and been around this league a long time, that can run a 4.30," Ellis said. "That's unheard of. That's receiver kind of speed,"

Ellis remarked, highlighting Parsons' rare athleticism. He believes this exceptional speed allows Parsons to be the kind of player he is.

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"Normally a guy is supposed to get blocked in but because he's so fast and moves so quickly he finds a way to make that (play) successful," Ellis said. "That's why I call him a wizard, because you can really work magic because of your ability."

Cowboys assistant defensive line coach Greg Ellis on Micah Parsons: “I told Micah, I don't know another defensive end, and I've been blessed to play for 12 years and been around this league a long time, that can run a 4.3 (40-yard dash). That's unheard of. That's receiver kind of…

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Ellis expressed excitement about the team's plans to further enhance Parsons' abilities, suggesting that his potential is still far from being fully realized.

"He's elite by just God-given ability. And some of the things we're gonna hopefully bring to him is going to help elevate that even more."

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