Greg Ellis (Gregory Lemont Ellis) was born on August 14, 1975 in Wendell, North Carolina. After going to high school at East Wake (Wendell, NC), Ellis attended the University of North Carolina. Ellis made his professional debut in the NFL in 1998 with the Dallas Cowboys. He has played for the Dallas Cowboys for his entire 9 year career.
Most people believe that 1999 was Greg Ellis's best year, as he ran back an interception for a touchdown, recorded 7.5 sacks and ran back a fumble for a touchdown.