DC.com Blog: Reeves Addition Looks Likely
Posted by rphillips at 2/2/2009 10:48 PM CST
Valley Ranch isn’t exactly bustling – the building has been somewhat quiet since the Cowboys’ season-ending loss to Philadelphia a month ago – but head coach Wade Phillips and his staff were back at work on Monday.
Dan Reeves, whose name surfaced last week as a potential team consultant, evidently was in the building as well.
The Cowboys are not confirming reports that Reeves recently spoke to the organization about taking a consultant position on Phillips‘ staff. But according to multiple sources, a formal announcement is likely to be made at some point. Don’t be surprised if Reeves officially comes aboard as soon as this week.
Right now it’s unclear what Reeves’ specific duties would be, but an advisory role makes sense when considering his ties to Phillips and the Cowboys. Reeves, of course, played running back and began his coaching career under Tom Landry. Phillips also served as Reeves’ defensive coordinator in Denver (1989-92) and Atlanta (2002-03) and later succeeded him in both places.
A day after the 2008 season, Phillips vowed change in his team’s preparation and execution and specifically mentioned Reeves as someone he would consult regarding his own coaching approach. Now it appears Reeves will be around to help full-time.
Stay tuned.
-Rob Phillips
Valley Ranch isn’t exactly bustling – the building has been somewhat quiet since the Cowboys’ season-ending loss to Philadelphia a month ago – but head coach Wade Phillips and his staff were back at work on Monday.
Dan Reeves, whose name surfaced last week as a potential team consultant, evidently was in the building as well.
The Cowboys are not confirming reports that Reeves recently spoke to the organization about taking a consultant position on Phillips‘ staff. But according to multiple sources, a formal announcement is likely to be made at some point. Don’t be surprised if Reeves officially comes aboard as soon as this week.
Right now it’s unclear what Reeves’ specific duties would be, but an advisory role makes sense when considering his ties to Phillips and the Cowboys. Reeves, of course, played running back and began his coaching career under Tom Landry. Phillips also served as Reeves’ defensive coordinator in Denver (1989-92) and Atlanta (2002-03) and later succeeded him in both places.
A day after the 2008 season, Phillips vowed change in his team’s preparation and execution and specifically mentioned Reeves as someone he would consult regarding his own coaching approach. Now it appears Reeves will be around to help full-time.
Stay tuned.
-Rob Phillips
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