Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant will practice with the team for the first time since Sept. 11, according to ESPN's Todd Archer. The extent of Bryant's participation will likely be limited after a seven-week absence, to see if his surgically repaired foot can handle the wear and tear.
Dez Bryant will practice Wednesday, fantasy status bright for Week 8
The Cowboys are in need of a boost to their offense, and will get one on Sunday if Dez Bryant returns. We break down the fantasy implications.
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Bryant did not practice in the week preceding Week 7's loss to the New York Giants, but he was running and cutting at full speed and making leaping catches in pregame warmups. The fact he is back at practice so early in the week bodes well for his Sunday status.
Fantasy impact: Just when it was all roses for Bryant's owners, those roses get plucked to stems when it's noted that the Seattle Seahawks and their elite secondary face Bryant on Sunday. Bryant will likely draw the attention of Richard Sherman, which would instantly put a cap on what is usually a high fantasy potential every time Bryant takes the field.
Though the ceiling may be limited, Bryant is still a receiver with enough talent to overcome the toughest of matchups. Fantasy owners will still need to monitor practice reports to see if Bryant takes the field, but as of now, the possibility should be considered likely. If that’s the case, he is a low-end WR1 for Week 8.
