Greg Hardy signed...

[jsmith6919]

 

[boozeman]

That's his FAVORITE spot? Jesus he needs to go to Mooyah or In-N-Out. There are so many places that make a better burger. That's not even counting all the amazing local restaurants in the DFW area.

 

[Cotton]

 

[jsmith6919]

 

[Cotton]

 

[Cotton]

 

[VA Cowboy]

They just need more time. Maybe Whataburger for dinner.

 

[mcnuttz]

You're halfway through the day making statements like this?

Credibility lost.

 

[Cotton]

You're halfway through the day making statements like this?

Credibility lost.

 

[Cotton]

 

[Texas Ace]

24/7 sports says it's a done deal.

 

[Smitty]

Well this would seem like a good move. I'm not sure it's as revolutionary for the DL as others might think but at least it plugs a big hole.

I still would be looking for a DT and DE in the draft but it's not as urgent.

 

[Simpleton]

Well this would seem like a good move. I'm not sure it's as revolutionary for the DL as others might think but at least it plugs a big hole.

I still would be looking for a DT and DE in the draft but it's not as urgent.

He's better than you give him credit for, if he can stay on the field he's the type of guy you can build a DL around.

 

[Cotton]

Well this would seem like a good move. I'm not sure it's as revolutionary for the DL as others might think but at least it plugs a big hole.

I still would be looking for a DT and DE in the draft but it's not as urgent.

If he can get anywhere near the 15 sacks he had in 2013 it is a huge deal. Not only those sacks but how much better it will make the entire line.

 

[Simpleton]

This also doesn't change how I view the DT position, I would still love to have Brown or Goldman next to Crawford. I realize we don't seem to value 1 techniques too much but either of these guys could give us pass rush while stuffing the run, and in Brown's case he could probably even play some 3 technique.

I also wouldn't hesitate to take Dupree at 27 if he was there, you could put Hardy at DT in the nickel/dime and have a line of Lawrence-Crawford-Hardy-Dupree in passing situations.

All this does is free up our draft and not make us more desperate. I'd still love to add talent to the DL if it's there, and it'd be one of my top priorities, but we don't have to feel desperate for it.

 

[Cotton]

 

[Cowboysrock55]

Report: Cowboys agree to deal with defensive end Greg Hardy
Jeffrey Kahn - 27 minutes ago 19

(Photo: Dale Zanine, USA TODAY Sports)
The Dallas Cowboys have agreed to a deal with defensive end Greg Hardy.

According to NBC's Dianna Marie Russini, the 'Boys landed the dominant pass rusher they were looking for:



Hardy has been in town since Tuesday afternoon. While it was clear that COO Stephen Jones' intent was to sign Hardy on the visit, the Cowboys also used the time to get to know the pass rusher better — a dinner, overnight stay, and a Wednesday morning physical were all included.

Hardy spent five impressive seasons with the Carolina Panthers, but had off-field issues. In a May of 2014 article, the Charlotte Observer addressed Hardy's problems:

"Hardy is disruptive on the field for the Panthers – a team historically concerned about its image – but he can be similarly unsettling off the field. That leads to uncertainty in the Panthers organization about Hardy’s long-term status with the team."

In an early March article, John Machota of the Dallas Morning News believed owner/GM Jerry Jones would be open to signing Hardy, despite the troubles:

"There are some serious red flags there. But if he's willing to give the Cowboys a team-friendly deal, I wouldn't be surprised if Jerry Jones gave him a shot. Not sure there's anyone in the NFL more sympathetic than Jerry Jones when it comes to giving guys second chances."

Hardy's "second chance" won't exactly come with a clean slate. According to Cowboys insider Mike Fisher, Hardy is looking at a four-game suspension to start the 2015 NFL season:



Regardless, the Cowboys desperately needed to upgrade their pass rush this offseason and they'll get that with the signing of the "Kraken." Before sitting out last season (played in one game), Hardy collected 15 sacks in 2013 and 11 in 2012. The Ole Miss product also went to Hawaii for the Pro Bowl in 2013 while making second team All-Pro. Watch Hardy's highlights in the video embedded below.



At 6-4, 275 lbs., Hardy gives tackles difficulty with his impressive footwork and imposing strength. And at 26 years old, he's just approaching his prime in the NFL.

There's no doubt Hardy will be a great fit for the 'Boys, the numbers don't lie. The question is, will he stay out of trouble in Dallas?

 

[mcnuttz]

I am so hardy ready right now.

 

[Simpleton]

Russini lives in my building and bangs a 70 year old news anchor at the NBC station she works at, so I'm going to need more confirmation than that.

 

[jsmith6919]