Dez Bryant was just starting to heat up
Bryant's knee injury comes at a bad time, as he was much more involved in Weeks 2 and 3 than Week 1, when he only caught one pass on five targets.
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2016 Schedule
2-1, 2nd in NFC East
- 8/13L 28-24
- 8/19W 41-14
- 8/25L 27-17
- 9/1L 28-17
- 9/11L 20-19
- 9/18W 27-23
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Jason Garrett's words on accountability ring hollow
Dez Bryant's behavior is disappointing since he's a team leader. Jason Garrett's behavior is worse, considering his focus on accountability.
Kellerman foresees Cowboys finishing in last place in NFC East (1:53)
How does Bryant being absent from team facilities impact Cowboys? (2:02)
A year later, Brice Butler better prepared for opportunity
Brice Butler has been through a full offseason program, OTAs, minicamp, training camp and preseason. "It's a totally different ballgame now."
With Dez Bryant injury, Cowboys know they can't flinch, again
The Cowboys' offense stalled when Dez Bryant and Tony Romo were out in 2015, but with Dak Prescott playing well they aim to avoid a repeat performance.
Bryant subject to fine for MRI no-show (1:16)
Sources: Bryant was no-show, led to MRI delay
Dez Bryant was absent from Monday's required injury-treatment appearance and Tuesday's meetings, leading to a delay for an MRI on his right knee, which was diagnosed to have a hairline fracture.
Amount of pain and swelling will determine Dez's status (1:08)
Confirman fractura de Bryant
Este miércoles, los Dallas Cowboys y el coach Jason Garrett dieron a conocer que el receptor estrella sufre una pequeña fractura en la rodilla; la lesión del jugador se evaluará dÃa tras dÃa. Leer
FPI: Cowboys-49ers could be a snoozer
ESPN's Football Power Index sees a potentially close game -- the 49ers have a slight edge at home -- but not an intriguing one. Only two games have a lower matchup quality in Week 4. FPI game rater
Outsiders: Cowboys are in a good spot
Dallas trails Philadelphia in the NFC East, but its playoff odds are fifth-best in the NFC, ahead of Arizona and Carolina, per Football Outsiders. Playoff odds (Insider)
Cowboys hopeful Bryant won't miss extended period of time (0:53)
Todd Archer ESPN Staff Writer
Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant has a hairline fracture of his right tibia but will not require surgery. It's not clear how much time he will miss but the Cowboys don't expect it to be long. Bryant suffered the injury in Sunday's win against the Chicago Bears. Brice Butler will likely move into the starting lineup. "I'm ready," Butler said.
Dez has hairline fracture, but Cowboys hopeful
The Cowboys are hopeful that WR Dez Bryant can play Sunday after being diagnosed with a hairline fracture in his right tibia.
Todd Archer ESPN Staff Writer
Cowboys left guard La'el Collins is seeking an opinion from Dr. Robert Anderson on his injured right big toe. Jason Garrett called Dr. Anderson one of the foremost experts in dealing with toe injuries. In 2008 former Cowboys running back Felix Jones sought Dr. Anderson's opinion and had season-ending surgery.
Cowboys place rookie Charles Tapper on injured reserve
Needing a roster spot for offensive tackle Emmett Cleary, the Cowboys placed rookie DE Charles Tapper on injured reserve because of a back injury.
Todd Archer ESPN Staff Writer
Cowboys left tackle Tyron Smith is not practicing because of a back injury that kept him out of last week's game against the Chicago Bears. Smith was unable to finish last Friday's practice with tightness in his back but Jason Garrett said Smith is moving around better the last few days. Cornerback Orlando Scandrick will be limited in practice after he did not practice or play last week because of hamstring strains in both legs.
Dez sits out practice; Cowboys unsure of status
The Cowboys are unsure about the status of Dez Bryant's injured right knee, as the receiver missed practice Wednesday.
Todd Archer ESPN Staff Writer
The. Cowboys placed rookie defensive end Charles Tapper on injured reserve with a back injury. Tapper was diagnosed with a Pars Defect early in training camp. He had a setback in his return to practice last week. He will now miss at least the next eight weeks if not the full season. The Cowboys needed the roster spot to add offensive tackle Emmett Cleary.
For Morris Claiborne, it's finally coming together with Cowboys
The season is only three games old, but Morris Claiborne's belief in himself and the Cowboys' belief in him is finally being rewarded.
Todd Archer ESPN Staff Writer
Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant will not practice today as the team continues to evaluate his injured right knee. Jason Garrett would not say whether Bryant has had an MRI yet, which is curious since it is three days since the injury.
Cowboys' offense setting tone early in games
The Cowboys have scored 23 points in the first quarter through three games after scoring just 51 points all of last season.
Stephen A. says Romo gets the 'moderate' respect he deserves (1:53)
Dez Bryant: Results on injured knee will come Wednesday
Dez Bryant confirms he at least had the MRI, but the delay is curious because injured players are required to show up for treatment after games.
2016 Draft Picks
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1(4) | Ezekiel Elliott | RB | Ohio State |
| 2(3) | Jaylon Smith | OLB | Notre Dame |
| 3(4) | Maliek Collins | DT | Nebraska |
| 4(3) | Charles Tapper | DE | Oklahoma |
| 4(37) | Dak Prescott | QB | Mississippi State |
| 6(14) | Anthony Brown | CB | Purdue |
| 6(37) | Kavon Frazier | S | Central Michigan |
| 6(41) | Darius Jackson | RB | Eastern Michigan |
| 6(42) | Rico Gathers | TE | Baylor |
2016 NFC East Standings
| TEAM | W | L | T | PCT | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 92 | 27 |
| New York | 2 | 1 | 0 | .667 | 63 | 61 |
| Dallas | 2 | 1 | 0 | .667 | 77 | 60 |
| Washington | 1 | 2 | 0 | .333 | 68 | 92 |
Team Stats
Passing Yards251.016th
Rushing Yards134.06th
Points For25.711th
Points Against20.010th
Team Leaders 2016
- Offense
- Defense
Passing Yards
Rushing Yards
Receiving Yards
Tackles
Sacks
Interceptions
Free Agents
| NAME | POS | TYPE | PREV. TEAM |
|---|---|---|---|
| I. Abdul-Quddus | S | UFA | DET |
| S. Acho | LB | UFA | CHI |
| J. Adams | OT | UFA | HOU |
| J. Addae | S | RFA | SD |
| D. Aiken | LS | UFA | NYG |
