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Wed, 01 May 2013 18:46:34 -0700
Dallas Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones said Wednesday, May 1, that he expects DT Jay Ratliff to flourish in the team's new 4-3 defensive system. "We think he is very sound physically," Jones said. "He will flourish, I emphasize 'flourish', in this defensive scheme. He is a natural 3-technique. He is always highly-respected because he could play nose as well as he could with his forte being quickness, high agility, high motor. He is an integral part of what we're doing. And I think he's going to have an outstanding year."
Mon, 11 Mar 2013 11:36:29 -0700
Dallas Cowboys DT Jay Ratliff has agreed to terms on a restructured contract Monday, Mar. 11, that will save the team $2 million.
Mon, 04 Mar 2013 15:50:21 -0800
The Dallas Cowboys appear to be going into next season with DE DeMarcus Ware and LB Anthony Spencer as their starting defensive ends and DT Jay Ratliff and DE Jason Hatcher as their starting defensive tackles.
Sun, 03 Mar 2013 20:14:00 -0800
The Dallas Cowboys have restructured the contracts of several players during the offseason. The team has OGs Mackenzy Bernadeau and Nate Livings, CB Orlando Scandrick and DT Jay Ratliff as options to restructure their deals if the team requires further cap space in 2013.
Wed, 27 Feb 2013 20:13:18 -0800
Updating a previous report, the Dallas Cowboys have approached the agent of NT Jay Ratliff about restructuring his contract. He is scheduled to make a base salary of $5 million, with a cap number of $7 million.
Fri, 22 Feb 2013 14:11:06 -0800
Dallas Cowboys head coach Jason Garrett said he expects DT Jay Ratliff to be on the team next season even though he has had off-field problems.
Wed, 13 Feb 2013 21:39:42 -0800
Dallas Cowboys officials met with Mothers Against Drunk Driving representatives earlier this month after two players were involved in recent alcohol-related incidents that occurred in a span of 45 days. NT Joshua Brent flipped his car in an accident Dec. 8 which killed teammate LB Jerry Brown, and seven weeks later, Pro Bowl DL Jay Ratliff was arrested on suspicion of driving while intoxicated. "At the end of the day we're all accountable for our actions," owner and general manager Jerry Jones said. "We certainly have to get better as an organization."
Mon, 11 Feb 2013 10:18:35 -0800
The Dallas Cowboys may consider releasing DT Jay Ratliff and SS Gerald Sensabaugh this offseason if the team believes they are too expensive to remain on the team.
Tue, 29 Jan 2013 14:20:57 -0800
If the Dallas Cowboys decide to cut Jay Ratliff because of his recent arrest would be a mistake, according to Jean-Jacques Taylor of ESPNDallas.com. The only scenario that should see Ratliff get released, Taylor writes, is if the Cowboys find someone in free agency or the draft that can replace Ratliff's skill set.
Mon, 28 Jan 2013 09:15:23 -0800
Dallas Cowboys DT Jay Ratliff's blood alcohol content was .16 - twice the legal limit - after his arrest for driving while intoxicated last week, blood test results revealed. The police report states that Ratliff failed three field sobriety tests at the scene and refused to provide a breath specimen.
Thu, 24 Jan 2013 09:14:23 -0800
Dallas Cowboys DT Jay Ratliff has met with team owner and general manager Jerry Jones about being arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated, according to a source. Ratliff's agent, Mark Slough, did not respond for comment regarding the meeting with Jones.
Thu, 24 Jan 2013 06:31:28 -0800
If the Dallas Cowboys were to release DT Jay Ratliff following his arrest for driving while intoxicated, the team would save $1 million. If he's a June 1 cut, the Cowboys save $5 million; however, $4 million in dead money is held over in 2014.
Tue, 22 Jan 2013 20:21:40 -0800
Dallas Cowboys NT Jay Ratliff was arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated (DWI) in the early-morning hours Tuesday, Jan. 22. He crashed his pickup truck into a 18-wheeler, according to a senior police officer. Any NFL player that is arrested is subject to the NFL conduct policy which could result in a fine or suspension.
Fri, 11 Jan 2013 18:13:00 -0800
Dallas Cowboys scouting director Larry Lacewell thinks that the change to the Tampa 2 scheme of new defensive coordinator Monte Kiffin will be very beneficial to DL Jay Ratliff. "It's going to prolong his career," Lacewell said. "And I think it's going to add misery to offenses."
Sun, 30 Dec 2012 16:12:34 -0800
The Dallas Cowboys have declared OT Darrion Weems, OG David Arkin, DL Jay Ratliff, C Kevin Kowalski, RB Phillip Tanner, DL Robert Callaway, OL Ronald Leary inactive for Week 17.
Fri, 28 Dec 2012 11:50:55 -0800
Dallas Cowboys DT Jay Ratliff (groin) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 28, and has been ruled out for Week 17.
Thu, 27 Dec 2012 12:14:10 -0800
Dallas Cowboys DT Jay Ratliff (groin) and LB DeMarcus Ware (elbow, shoulder) did not participate in practice Thursday, Dec. 27.
Wed, 26 Dec 2012 14:22:39 -0800
Dallas Cowboys DL Robert Callaway (non-injury), DT Jay Ratliff (groin), LB Victor Butler (groin), LB Brady Poppinga (non-injury) and LB DeMarcus Ware (elbow, shoulder) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Dec. 26.
Sun, 23 Dec 2012 08:45:21 -0800
The Dallas Cowboys have declared OT Darrion Weems, OG David Arkin, DL Jay Ratliff, C Kevin Kowalski, LB Kyle Wilber, DL Robert Callaway, OL Ronald Leary inactive for Week 16.
Fri, 21 Dec 2012 18:22:32 -0800
Dallas Cowboys NT Jay Ratliff (groin) did not practice for a third straight day Friday, Dec. 21, and he has been ruled out for the Week 16 game against the New Orleans Saints.
Thu, 20 Dec 2012 12:05:56 -0800
Dallas Cowboys T Jay Ratliff (groin) did not participate in practice Thursday, Dec. 20.
Wed, 19 Dec 2012 13:21:20 -0800
Dallas Cowboys DT Jay Ratliff (groin) and LB Ernie Sims (concussion) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Dec. 19.
Wed, 19 Dec 2012 09:51:37 -0800
Dallas Cowboys DT Jay Ratliff (hernia) is not practicing Wednesday, Dec. 19.
Sun, 16 Dec 2012 12:13:24 -0800
The Dallas Cowboys have declared SS Charlie Peprah, OT Darrion Weems, OG David Arkin, DL Jay Ratliff, C Kevin Kowalski, CB Morris Claiborne, RB Phillip Tanner inactive for Week 15.
Fri, 14 Dec 2012 15:03:23 -0800
Dallas Cowboys DT Jay Ratliff (groin) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 14, and has been ruled out for Week 15.
Thu, 13 Dec 2012 12:31:17 -0800
Dallas Cowboys DT Jay Ratliff (hernia) will miss the rest of the season, and he'll likely be placed on the Injured Reserve.
Thu, 13 Dec 2012 12:06:54 -0800
Dallas Cowboys DT Jay Ratliff (hernia) underwent surgery Thursday, Dec. 13, to repair a sports hernia and is expected to miss three to six weeks. It is not known if Ratliff will be placed on Injured Reserve.
Thu, 13 Dec 2012 10:04:21 -0800
Dallas Cowboys DT Jay Ratliff (groin) and LB DeMarcus Ware (elbow) did not attend practice Thursday, Dec. 13. Ratliff isn't expected to play in Week 15 but Ware is.
Wed, 12 Dec 2012 15:27:33 -0800
Dallas Cowboys CB Morris Claiborne (concussion), OG Nate Livings (concussion), S Charlie Peprah (foot), DT Jay Ratliff (groin) and LB DeMarcus Ware (elbow) did not practice Wednesday, Dec. 12.
Mon, 10 Dec 2012 06:02:10 -0800
Dallas Cowboys DT Jay Ratliff (ankle) reportedly had a "volcanic" exchange with owner and general manager Jerry Jones after the team's Week 13 game. Jones reportedly told Ratliff "we need you," and Ratliff, who hasn't played in seven games this season because of injuries, didn't take it well. Ratliff rose to physically challenge Jones and made a comment about the owner's age. "They're both passionate men and great men, and they want to win, that's all it is," according to a source. "But they were in each other's faces. People had to intervene."
Sun, 09 Dec 2012 08:54:59 -0800
The Dallas Cowboys have declared WR Anthony Armstrong, SS Charlie Peprah, OT Darrion Weems, OG David Arkin, DL Jay Ratliff, DL Joshua Brent, LB Kyle Wilber inactive for Week 14.
Fri, 07 Dec 2012 12:25:54 -0800
Dallas Cowboys DT Jay Ratliff (groin), CB Orlando Scandrick (head) and SS Charlie Peprah (foot) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 7, and have been ruled out for Week 14.
Thu, 06 Dec 2012 15:45:00 -0800
Dallas Cowboys OG Nate Livings (knee), S Charlie Peprah (foot), DT Jay Ratliff (groin) and CB Orlando Scandrick (hand) did not practice Thursday, Dec. 6.
Thu, 06 Dec 2012 09:51:09 -0800
Dallas Cowboys DT Jay Ratliff (ankle) did not take part in practice Thursday, Dec. 6.
Wed, 05 Dec 2012 15:03:34 -0800
Updating a previous report, Dallas Cowboys DT Jay Ratliff (ankle) is listed as did not practice Wednesday, Dec. 5, on the team's injury report.
Wed, 05 Dec 2012 10:35:22 -0800
Dallas Cowboys DT Jay Ratliff (ankle) returned to practice Wednesday, Dec. 5.
Sun, 02 Dec 2012 16:10:07 -0800
The Dallas Cowboys have declared WR Anthony Armstrong, LB Brady Poppinga, SS Charlie Peprah, OG David Arkin, DL Jay Ratliff, CB Orlando Scandrick, C Phil Costa inactive for Week 13.
Sat, 01 Dec 2012 05:00:04 -0800
Dallas Cowboys DT Jay Ratliff (groin), who hasn't participated in a full practice since Nov. 16 because of a groin injury, did some hard running during the early portions of practice Friday, Nov. 30. He's listed as doubtful and unlikely to play in Week 13. "He is battling injuries," defensive coordinator Rob Ryan said. "He has all season. Believe me, if there is any way Jay can play, he will. I don't think that's going to be the case."
Fri, 30 Nov 2012 12:27:22 -0800
Dallas Cowboys DT Jay Ratliff (groin) and SS Charlie Peprah (foot) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 30, and are listed as doubtful for Week 13.
Thu, 29 Nov 2012 09:48:11 -0800
Dallas Cowboys DT Jay Ratliff (groin), CB Orlando Scandrick (hand, wrist), C Phil Costa (ankle) and DT Ben Bass (ankle) missed practice Thursday, Nov. 29.
Wed, 28 Nov 2012 14:13:37 -0800
Dallas Cowboys C Phil Costa (ankle), DT Jay Ratliff (groin) and CB Orlando Scandrick (hand) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Nov. 28.
Wed, 28 Nov 2012 09:34:21 -0800
Dallas Cowboys DT Jay Ratliff (groin) is not taking part in practice Wednesday, Nov. 28.
Mon, 26 Nov 2012 09:52:39 -0800
Dallas Cowboys DE Jason Hatcher (concussion) and DT Jay Ratliff (groin) were taking part in the team's walkthrough practice session Monday, Nov. 26.
Thu, 22 Nov 2012 12:11:34 -0800
The Dallas Cowboys have declared RB DeMarco Murray, DL Jay Ratliff, WR Kevin Ogletree, C Phil Costa, OG Ryan Cook, DL Sean Lissemore, CB Vincent Agnew inactive for Week 12.
Thu, 22 Nov 2012 08:27:41 -0800
The status of Dallas Cowboys DT Jay Ratliff (groin) for Week 12 will not be determined until he arrives at the stadium; however, it appears as if he will start in the game.
Wed, 21 Nov 2012 11:42:30 -0800
Dallas Cowboys OT Tyron Smith (ankle), DT Jay Ratliff (groin), SS Danny McCray (hip) and SS Charlie Peprah (concussion) are listed as questionable for Week 12. Ratliff did not participate in practice Wednesday, Nov. 21, while the other three were limited.
Wed, 21 Nov 2012 09:36:07 -0800
Dallas Cowboys DT Jay Ratliff (groin) is not practicing Wednesday, Nov. 21; however, he is expected to play in Week 12.
Tue, 20 Nov 2012 14:28:38 -0800
Dallas Cowboys C Ryan Cook (knee), C Phil Costa (ankle), DE Sean Lissemore (ankle), S Danny McCray (hip), WR Kevin Ogletree (concussion), S Charlie Peprah (concussion) and T Jay Ratliff (groin) all did not participate in practice Tuesday, Nov. 20.
Mon, 19 Nov 2012 15:04:31 -0800
Dallas Cowboys WR Kevin Ogletree (concussion), C Phil Costa (ankle), OG Ryan Cook (knee), OT Tyron Smith (ankle), DE Sean Lissemore (ankle), DT Jay Ratliff (groin) and SS Charlie Peprah (concussion) did not participate in the team's abbreviated practice Monday, Nov. 19.
Fri, 16 Nov 2012 13:44:44 -0800
Dallas Cowboys FB Lawrence Vickers (knee), TE John Phillips (ankle), DT Jay Ratliff (ankle) and LB Dan Connor (neck) are listed as probable for Week 11. Phillips was limited during practice Friday, Nov. 16, while the other three fully participated.
