Dez Bryant Possibly Out for the Season (1 Viewer)

[The General]

Bump Miles Austin.

Witten also. That guy is going to have 15+ catches if Dez doesn't play.

 

[thehornet]

one would think dez's agent would jump in here. this is a crummy move by a classless owner. dez is all heart and he is being manipulated.

 

[Shutout]

one would think dez's agent would jump in here. this is a crummy move by a classless owner. dez is all heart and he is being manipulated.

I agree with the part that he is being shafted. The kid has obvious social interaction issues as it is and is being pressured unfairly. I know..lots of Dez haters out there that will see it differently but if this was going down with a guy like Gronk, I'm betting people would be villifying Belichick (Kraft would probably get a pass).

 

[Braktastic]

Are you guys still starting him even with the injury if he does play?

I'm tempted to roll with Josh Gordon against the secondarily changed Redskins instead.

 

[tietzjd]

Bump Miles Austin.

Witten also. That guy is going to have 15+ catches if Dez doesn't play.

Grr... I might play Austin, but I have go up vs Witten this week. Icky... Thinking I will start CAM again over ROMO though even if Dez plays.

 

[Kiddnets]

Too risky for a playoff game...what if he hurts it again 1 pass in or he is used as a decoy instead.....plus Pitt is a good d......if you have a good option I would use it - I'm starting Cobb over Dez.

 

[Godsbrother]

Too risky for a playoff game...what if he hurts it again 1 pass in or he is used as a decoy instead.....plus Pitt is a good d......if you have a good option I would use it - I'm starting Cobb over Dez.

Steelers secondary is hurting right now...

 

[cracKer]

Damn, and here I thought we might actually see Witten catch a TD pass this week

 

[dwashington]

Too risky for a playoff game...what if he hurts it again 1 pass in or he is used as a decoy instead.....plus Pitt is a good d......if you have a good option I would use it - I'm starting Cobb over Dez.

Steelers secondary is hurting right now...

Yep!

Steelers projected starting CBs Cortez Allen and Keenan Lewis are both nursing hip flexor injuries this week.

The matchup for the Cowboys passing game keeps getting better. While Lewis is expected to play Sunday, Allen's status is in question. Third cornerback Curtis Brown was benched for ineffectiveness last week after getting toasted by Bolts slot receiver Michael Spurlock. Related: Keenan Lewis

Source: Washington Observer-Reporter Dec 11 - 3:18 PM

 

[The General]

Too risky for a playoff game...what if he hurts it again 1 pass in or he is used as a decoy instead.....plus Pitt is a good d......if you have a good option I would use it - I'm starting Cobb over Dez.

Steelers secondary is hurting right now...

Phillip Rivers just had a great game against them.

 

[Clifford]

Too risky for a playoff game...what if he hurts it again 1 pass in or he is used as a decoy instead.....plus Pitt is a good d......if you have a good option I would use it - I'm starting Cobb over Dez.

I don't think they would use him as a decoy if he plays. If he plays he's in there to win them the game. They can make the playoffs with a win and a bears and redskins loss, which given injuries to those teams seems likely.

 

[Godsbrother]

Too risky for a playoff game...what if he hurts it again 1 pass in or he is used as a decoy instead.....plus Pitt is a good d......if you have a good option I would use it - I'm starting Cobb over Dez.

Steelers secondary is hurting right now...

Phillip Rivers just had a great game against them.

The CB position is a mess right now: Ike Taylor is out and Keenan Lewis has a hip flexor although it sounds like he will play. Cortez Allen looks to be out so Curtis Brown will likely get the start. Brown has shown flashes this season but did not play well at all against the Chargers. Josh Victorian, signed off the practice squad last week played extensively last week and was not impressive, will likely play quite a bit against Dallas.The only plus on defense is that LB LaMarr Woodley, out for the past couple of weeks, is expected back.

 

[Fat Nick]

Too risky for a playoff game...what if he hurts it again 1 pass in or he is used as a decoy instead.....plus Pitt is a good d......if you have a good option I would use it - I'm starting Cobb over Dez.

I don't think they would use him as a decoy if he plays. If he plays he's in there to win them the game. They can make the playoffs with a win and a bears and redskins loss, which given injuries to those teams seems likely.

The Skins play Cleveland then Philly...I think they'd stand a chance of winning those two even without RGIII. Week 17 they play the Cowboys. That's the one that matters. If you look at the NFC East, the Skins have the easiest road from here on out.

 

[Clifford]

But in order for that game to matter, if they think the Skins will win out, they have to win every game as well. If they do, they control their own playoff destiny with that game.

 

[death of the cool]

one would think dez's agent would jump in here. this is a crummy move by a classless owner. dez is all heart and he is being manipulated.

Oh good god.....Has anyone looked at the hands of most former WR's in the NFL. Go take a look at Torry Holt's hands...the have crooked fingers all over. You act like he could die on the field or his career could be over. That's not the case. At worse his finger may never go back straight, well welcome to reality to many people that have caught passes playing football.

 

[donkshow]

An injured Dez is as good as my other options, so I'll roll with him.

 

[thehornet]

one would think dez's agent would jump in here. this is a crummy move by a classless owner. dez is all heart and he is being manipulated.

Oh good god.....Has anyone looked at the hands of most former WR's in the NFL. Go take a look at Torry Holt's hands...the have crooked fingers all over. You act like he could die on the field or his career could be over. That's not the case. At worse his finger may never go back straight, well welcome to reality to many people that have caught passes playing football.

what are you talking about? not one thing i said is untrue. i dont care if he plays or not....an owner of a football team should not be stating that guys with broken bones should make the decision on risking their health. that's how the entire concussion mess started.

 

[djmich]

one would think dez's agent would jump in here. this is a crummy move by a classless owner. dez is all heart and he is being manipulated.

Oh good god.....Has anyone looked at the hands of most former WR's in the NFL. Go take a look at Torry Holt's hands...the have crooked fingers all over. You act like he could die on the field or his career could be over. That's not the case. At worse his finger may never go back straight, well welcome to reality to many people that have caught passes playing football.

what are you talking about? not one thing i said is untrue. i dont care if he plays or not....an owner of a football team should not be stating that guys with broken bones should make the decision on risking their health. that's how the entire concussion mess started.

Finger <> Brain. Barring a doctor saying that playing again raises the chances of his finger falling completely off greatly I think it is Dez's decision. Why wouldn't it be.

 

[thehornet]

one would think dez's agent would jump in here. this is a crummy move by a classless owner. dez is all heart and he is being manipulated.

Oh good god.....Has anyone looked at the hands of most former WR's in the NFL. Go take a look at Torry Holt's hands...the have crooked fingers all over. You act like he could die on the field or his career could be over. That's not the case. At worse his finger may never go back straight, well welcome to reality to many people that have caught passes playing football.

what are you talking about? not one thing i said is untrue. i dont care if he plays or not....an owner of a football team should not be stating that guys with broken bones should make the decision on risking their health. that's how the entire concussion mess started.

Finger <> Brain. Barring a doctor saying that playing again raises the chances of his finger falling completely off greatly I think it is Dez's decision. Why wouldn't it be.

i also meant to add....i wrote that first post when it was reported a ligament injury. only being a break changes things obv

 

[MAC_32]

Someone tell him to talk with Torrey Holt.

 

[Ridgelake]

He's apparently visiting another specialist on Wednesday.

 

[Shutout]

Too risky for a playoff game...what if he hurts it again 1 pass in or he is used as a decoy instead.....plus Pitt is a good d......if you have a good option I would use it - I'm starting Cobb over Dez.

Steelers secondary is hurting right now...

Phillip Rivers just had a great game against them.

The CB position is a mess right now: Ike Taylor is out and Keenan Lewis has a hip flexor although it sounds like he will play. Cortez Allen looks to be out so Curtis Brown will likely get the start. Brown has shown flashes this season but did not play well at all against the Chargers. Josh Victorian, signed off the practice squad last week played extensively last week and was not impressive, will likely play quite a bit against Dallas.The only plus on defense is that LB LaMarr Woodley, out for the past couple of weeks, is expected back.

What is a Curtis Brown? Just curious in IDP leagues (i.e., looking for a CB that might get picked on).

 

[Godsbrother]

Too risky for a playoff game...what if he hurts it again 1 pass in or he is used as a decoy instead.....plus Pitt is a good d......if you have a good option I would use it - I'm starting Cobb over Dez.

Steelers secondary is hurting right now...

Phillip Rivers just had a great game against them.

The CB position is a mess right now: Ike Taylor is out and Keenan Lewis has a hip flexor although it sounds like he will play. Cortez Allen looks to be out so Curtis Brown will likely get the start. Brown has shown flashes this season but did not play well at all against the Chargers. Josh Victorian, signed off the practice squad last week played extensively last week and was not impressive, will likely play quite a bit against Dallas.The only plus on defense is that LB LaMarr Woodley, out for the past couple of weeks, is expected back.

What is a Curtis Brown? Just curious in IDP leagues (i.e., looking for a CB that might get picked on).

He is a CB and a good candidate to be picked on this Sunday.

 

[Shutout]

Too risky for a playoff game...what if he hurts it again 1 pass in or he is used as a decoy instead.....plus Pitt is a good d......if you have a good option I would use it - I'm starting Cobb over Dez.

Steelers secondary is hurting right now...

Phillip Rivers just had a great game against them.

The CB position is a mess right now: Ike Taylor is out and Keenan Lewis has a hip flexor although it sounds like he will play. Cortez Allen looks to be out so Curtis Brown will likely get the start. Brown has shown flashes this season but did not play well at all against the Chargers. Josh Victorian, signed off the practice squad last week played extensively last week and was not impressive, will likely play quite a bit against Dallas.The only plus on defense is that LB LaMarr Woodley, out for the past couple of weeks, is expected back.

What is a Curtis Brown? Just curious in IDP leagues (i.e., looking for a CB that might get picked on).

He is a CB and a good candidate to be picked on this Sunday.

That's what I like to hear. Thanks. So, looking like he draws the start over Victorian?

 

[Godsbrother]

Too risky for a playoff game...what if he hurts it again 1 pass in or he is used as a decoy instead.....plus Pitt is a good d......if you have a good option I would use it - I'm starting Cobb over Dez.

Steelers secondary is hurting right now...

Phillip Rivers just had a great game against them.

The CB position is a mess right now: Ike Taylor is out and Keenan Lewis has a hip flexor although it sounds like he will play. Cortez Allen looks to be out so Curtis Brown will likely get the start. Brown has shown flashes this season but did not play well at all against the Chargers. Josh Victorian, signed off the practice squad last week played extensively last week and was not impressive, will likely play quite a bit against Dallas.The only plus on defense is that LB LaMarr Woodley, out for the past couple of weeks, is expected back.

What is a Curtis Brown? Just curious in IDP leagues (i.e., looking for a CB that might get picked on).

He is a CB and a good candidate to be picked on this Sunday.

That's what I like to hear. Thanks. So, looking like he draws the start over Victorian?

I think so but there is a chance both will start if Keenan Lewis is unable to go. A very scary prospect for the Steelers defense...

 

[meyerj31]

Are you guys still starting him even with the injury if he does play?

I'm tempted to roll with Josh Gordon against the secondarily changed Redskins instead.

I'm in this boat as well... starting Gordon in two playoff leagues over Dez.If he does well, doesn't re-injure, and Cowboys in the playoff hunt still next week then I will consider playing him (if I advance).

 

[Wadsworth]

Anyone who has owned Dez for a while should be familiar with the Cowboys suiting up Bryant when he is not completely healthy in order to draw coverage. Multiple times over the last couple of years Dez has been gimpy during the week, played on Sunday and obviously not been close to 100%. The current situation is a bit different because Dez appears to be healthy except for the finger issue that may or may not even effect his play.

If Dez plays it is going to be tough call indeed. He is red hot recently, but not many can afford to risk Dez being used as a decoy or giving it a go only to be removed from the game early. With Cecil Shorts injured, I am looking at Dez, Cobb and Heath Miller to fill WR2/Flex spots(TE heavy league). I have Cobb in the mid/low end WR2 range this week vs CHI, which is about where I would put Dez if he plays. I am going to need my brain juice to help this week.

 

[Manster]

This is football. Tape the GD finger to the next GD finger, take off your skirt, and go out and go out and play football!!

The Cowboys are still in the playoff hunt. They need Dez on the field if they want a shot at all.

You think Jerry Rice would go to IR in this situation?

As for the juicy matchup with the Steelers secondary, it may not matter too much if Romo is running for his life. Lets not forget that the Cowboys O-line is below average at best.

 

[Concept Coop]

Lets not forget that the Cowboys O-line is below average at best.

As I Cowboys fan, I long for a future where our O-line is below average; it'd be a major upgrade.

 

[Ace zero1]

Only guy on my team I'd put in over dez might be streater but I don't know if I want to.

 

[Neo]

Sorry there is no way I'm benching Dez because of 1 finger if he plays. Not concerned one bit.

 

[Warpig]

He's probably "handy" with the ladies.

 

[Acrobat7]

Britt (who i don't trust) or Floyd (who gives you a good floor, but not a high ceiling (thank you DX!)) over Dez for me.

 

[Ernol]

Only guy on my team I'd put in over dez might be streater but I don't know if I want to.

LOL, this is hardly an endorsement for Dez. Perhaps this was meant sarcastically.

 

[Wadsworth]

one would think dez's agent would jump in here. this is a crummy move by a classless owner. dez is all heart and he is being manipulated.

Oh good god.....Has anyone looked at the hands of most former WR's in the NFL. Go take a look at Torry Holt's hands...the have crooked fingers all over. You act like he could die on the field or his career could be over. That's not the case. At worse his finger may never go back straight, well welcome to reality to many people that have caught passes playing football.

I broke a finger catching a football. I thought I had just jammed it and while it hurt like crazy I taped it up and kept playing. Continuing to play caused the break to spider fracture and I had to get pins put in to secure the bone. I can move the finger now but with significantly limited range of motion. It does not really effect me in my normal life, but if I was an NFL WR I can see how it would limit my production.This is not a "tough-guy" type of decision. If playing could do permanent damage that could limit his ability in the future then he should give serious consideration to having the surgery now. Being tough is cool, but not at the cost of being stupid.

 

[Fat Nick]

Only guy on my team I'd put in over dez might be streater but I don't know if I want to.

LOL, this is hardly an endorsement for Dez. Perhaps this was meant sarcastically.

Sure hope so. I'm split between Dez and D.Alexander myself. I wish we had a flex spot as I have yet to use DX.

 

[Shutout]

I've got a solid option so I'm benching him but boy, oh boy, is this a tough call. Yes, dez has that history of going out and running decoy interference but this isn't a quad or knee, its 1 of 10 digits. And then theres' this MASH unit Steeler secondary that looks SOooo inviting...and to top it all off, its a late game so you could roll dice and end up with an inactive when he hurts it in warmups.

If it were any other time of the year, I'd say to heck with it and roll but in the playoffs, with everything on the line, wow...ultimate go big or go home call here.

 

[Chimp Magnet]

one would think dez's agent would jump in here. this is a crummy move by a classless owner. dez is all heart and he is being manipulated.

Oh good god.....Has anyone looked at the hands of most former WR's in the NFL. Go take a look at Torry Holt's hands...the have crooked fingers all over. You act like he could die on the field or his career could be over. That's not the case. At worse his finger may never go back straight, well welcome to reality to many people that have caught passes playing football.

I broke a finger catching a football. I thought I had just jammed it and while it hurt like crazy I taped it up and kept playing. Continuing to play caused the break to spider fracture and I had to get pins put in to secure the bone. I can move the finger now but with significantly limited range of motion. It does not really effect me in my normal life, but if I was an NFL WR I can see how it would limit my production.This is not a "tough-guy" type of decision. If playing could do permanent damage that could limit his ability in the future then he should give serious consideration to having the surgery now. Being tough is cool, but not at the cost of being stupid.

This. I'd prefer he shut it down. I'll find a guy for a week or two if it means Dez is Dez for a decade.

 

[Raiderfan32904]

I've got a solid option so I'm benching him but boy, oh boy, is this a tough call. Yes, dez has that history of going out and running decoy interference but this isn't a quad or knee, its 1 of 10 digits. And then theres' this MASH unit Steeler secondary that looks SOooo inviting...and to top it all off, its a late game so you could roll dice and end up with an inactive when he hurts it in warmups.

If it were any other time of the year, I'd say to heck with it and roll but in the playoffs, with everything on the line, wow...ultimate go big or go home call here.

No doubt! This is already affecting my lineup decisions. By committing to Bryce Brown on Thursday, I can now flex out Gore for Dez if it looks like he'll play. But only if I start Brown can afford to wait on the late Sunday reports. Whew! Go big or go home is right!

 

[JPeso]

If he goes, I'll be starting Dez over guys like Torrey, Britt, Sid, Maclin, and Wallace.

 

[Clifford]

Sorry there is no way I'm benching Dez because of 1 finger if he plays. Not concerned one bit.

This. I can live with playing him and losing because he stunk. But I can't live with losing because I left him on my bench and he blew up.

 

[Shutout]

If he goes, I'll be starting Dez over guys like Torrey, Britt, Sid, Maclin, and Wallace.

Over Wallace and (maybe) torrey? That's an interesting list you have there. Tough calls.

 

[Alberta Clipper]

The way the schedules work this week I'll wait and see if Dez is active for afternoon games and make the call knowing that plan B is Kerley on MNF @ Ten.

If Dez is out earlier I might go with M Williams over Kerley.

 

[donkshow]

Sorry there is no way I'm benching Dez because of 1 finger if he plays. Not concerned one bit.

This. I can live with playing him and losing because he stunk. But I can't live with losing because I left him on my bench and he blew up.

Exactly. Considering who my replacements are (Hilton or D. Moore), I'd rather risk it with Dez and have him go 2/11/0 in my lineup rather than go 7/110/1 on my bench.I already experienced it in Week 1 of the playoffs with DX on my bench and almost losing because of it. #### me if I'll let that happen again.

 

[Billy Bats]

one would think dez's agent would jump in here. this is a crummy move by a classless owner. dez is all heart and he is being manipulated.

Oh good god.....Has anyone looked at the hands of most former WR's in the NFL. Go take a look at Torry Holt's hands...the have crooked fingers all over. You act like he could die on the field or his career could be over. That's not the case. At worse his finger may never go back straight, well welcome to reality to many people that have caught passes playing football.

I broke a finger catching a football. I thought I had just jammed it and while it hurt like crazy I taped it up and kept playing. Continuing to play caused the break to spider fracture and I had to get pins put in to secure the bone. I can move the finger now but with significantly limited range of motion. It does not really effect me in my normal life, but if I was an NFL WR I can see how it would limit my production.This is not a "tough-guy" type of decision. If playing could do permanent damage that could limit his ability in the future then he should give serious consideration to having the surgery now. Being tough is cool, but not at the cost of being stupid.

Limit his ability to do what?? Pick his nose? My god it's a finger, how horrible will his life be with limited use of one finger? Tape it up and get out there and get your team in the playoffs.

 

[Billy Ball Thorton]

one would think dez's agent would jump in here. this is a crummy move by a classless owner. dez is all heart and he is being manipulated.

Oh good god.....Has anyone looked at the hands of most former WR's in the NFL. Go take a look at Torry Holt's hands...the have crooked fingers all over. You act like he could die on the field or his career could be over. That's not the case. At worse his finger may never go back straight, well welcome to reality to many people that have caught passes playing football.

I broke a finger catching a football. I thought I had just jammed it and while it hurt like crazy I taped it up and kept playing. Continuing to play caused the break to spider fracture and I had to get pins put in to secure the bone. I can move the finger now but with significantly limited range of motion. It does not really effect me in my normal life, but if I was an NFL WR I can see how it would limit my production.This is not a "tough-guy" type of decision. If playing could do permanent damage that could limit his ability in the future then he should give serious consideration to having the surgery now. Being tough is cool, but not at the cost of being stupid.

Limit his ability to do what?? Pick his nose? My god it's a finger, how horrible will his life be with limited use of one finger? Tape it up and get out there and get your team in the playoffs.

no polite way to say it....you're dumb.

I hate to think what that makes you. Seriously, do you feel better about yourself putting someone down because your opinion differs?

 

[thehornet]

one would think dez's agent would jump in here. this is a crummy move by a classless owner. dez is all heart and he is being manipulated.

Oh good god.....Has anyone looked at the hands of most former WR's in the NFL. Go take a look at Torry Holt's hands...the have crooked fingers all over. You act like he could die on the field or his career could be over. That's not the case. At worse his finger may never go back straight, well welcome to reality to many people that have caught passes playing football.

I broke a finger catching a football. I thought I had just jammed it and while it hurt like crazy I taped it up and kept playing. Continuing to play caused the break to spider fracture and I had to get pins put in to secure the bone. I can move the finger now but with significantly limited range of motion. It does not really effect me in my normal life, but if I was an NFL WR I can see how it would limit my production.This is not a "tough-guy" type of decision. If playing could do permanent damage that could limit his ability in the future then he should give serious consideration to having the surgery now. Being tough is cool, but not at the cost of being stupid.

Limit his ability to do what?? Pick his nose? My god it's a finger, how horrible will his life be with limited use of one finger? Tape it up and get out there and get your team in the playoffs.

no polite way to say it....you're dumb.

I hate to think what that makes you. Seriously, do you feel better about yourself putting someone down because your opinion differs?

what? dude it was a stupid comment.

 

[Billy Bats]

one would think dez's agent would jump in here. this is a crummy move by a classless owner. dez is all heart and he is being manipulated.

Oh good god.....Has anyone looked at the hands of most former WR's in the NFL. Go take a look at Torry Holt's hands...the have crooked fingers all over. You act like he could die on the field or his career could be over. That's not the case. At worse his finger may never go back straight, well welcome to reality to many people that have caught passes playing football.

I broke a finger catching a football. I thought I had just jammed it and while it hurt like crazy I taped it up and kept playing. Continuing to play caused the break to spider fracture and I had to get pins put in to secure the bone. I can move the finger now but with significantly limited range of motion. It does not really effect me in my normal life, but if I was an NFL WR I can see how it would limit my production.This is not a "tough-guy" type of decision. If playing could do permanent damage that could limit his ability in the future then he should give serious consideration to having the surgery now. Being tough is cool, but not at the cost of being stupid.

Limit his ability to do what?? Pick his nose? My god it's a finger, how horrible will his life be with limited use of one finger? Tape it up and get out there and get your team in the playoffs.

no polite way to say it....you're dumb.

Nevermind. But thanks for the laugh.

 

[mbuehner]

Every time you step on a football field you risk permanent injury. Most of these guys are in for knee or hip replacements, let alone the concussion issue. A little late in the day to develop a conscience over a wonky finger.

 

[cobalt_27]

one would think dez's agent would jump in here. this is a crummy move by a classless owner. dez is all heart and he is being manipulated.

Oh good god.....Has anyone looked at the hands of most former WR's in the NFL. Go take a look at Torry Holt's hands...the have crooked fingers all over. You act like he could die on the field or his career could be over. That's not the case. At worse his finger may never go back straight, well welcome to reality to many people that have caught passes playing football.

I broke a finger catching a football. I thought I had just jammed it and while it hurt like crazy I taped it up and kept playing. Continuing to play caused the break to spider fracture and I had to get pins put in to secure the bone. I can move the finger now but with significantly limited range of motion. It does not really effect me in my normal life, but if I was an NFL WR I can see how it would limit my production.This is not a "tough-guy" type of decision. If playing could do permanent damage that could limit his ability in the future then he should give serious consideration to having the surgery now. Being tough is cool, but not at the cost of being stupid.

Limit his ability to do what?? Pick his nose? My god it's a finger, how horrible will his life be with limited use of one finger? Tape it up and get out there and get your team in the playoffs.

no polite way to say it....you're dumb.

Perhaps. Perhaps not. Seems strange for you to comment on this, though. Seems to be a pretty universal sentiment about you.