Ellis has 45 days in jail but won't miss much football

BY NICK ST. DENIS

Jets defensive tackle Kenrick Ellis will be going to jail for 45 days, but he won't miss much practice time.

Ellis, who was arrested and charged for malicious wounding two years ago while attending Hampton University, accepted a reduced charge of misdemeanor assault and battery in a plea agreement, according to ESPN New York.

Ellis was sentenced to 179 days in prison, though his attorney reportedly said he'd get out after 45 days with good behavior.

The Jets drafted Ellis in the third round of the 2011 draft and were obviously well aware of the legal troubles he was facing.

The 6-foot-4, 346-pound lineman will report to the city jail in Hampton on July 15. Since the Jets are currently running OTAs and don't start training camp until July 26, he won't miss any practice time except for a few days at the start of training camp.

Ellis likely won't face any disciplinary action from the NFL, as the incident took place before he was part of the league, though his case will likely be reviewed.

He recorded seven tackles last season in limited time.

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