Will Grier turns down Cowboys staff job to continue playing with Panthers

Will Grier, a former Cowboys quarterback, declined a staff position with Dallas to pursue a playing career with the Carolina Panthers. Grier spent three years on the Cowboys' practice squad and had two stints with the team. Despite being offered a coaching role, he decided to stay in the league as a player after the Panthers signed him in April. Grier's past experiences with multiple teams include a notable preseason appearance where he performed exceptionally before being released by Dallas. He remains close with Cowboys players and plans to live in Dallas during the offseason.

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