Dallas Cowboys vice president Stephen Jones told the media today that star wide receiver Dez Bryant may have "lifelong" issues with his broken finger regardless of what course of treatment he chooses or whether he plays the remainder of the season. “It’ll be a challenge with the flexibility of the finger, probably, for the rest of his life,†Jones said Friday morning on 105.3 FM “The Fan according to a story on the Fort-Worth Star-Telegram website.†“I think he’ll still be able to use it and use it in a way that he’ll be successful on the field and use it every day, as well.†Jones says the Cowboys still see a bright future for Bryant. “We sure wouldn’t do anything if we felt like it was going to compromise his long-term career,†Jones said. “Dez has got a bright career in front of him. He’s obviously, I think, growing from a maturity point right before everybody’s eyes. He’s playing. He’s understanding the game better. Playing well on the field. “At the end of the day, we wouldn’t do anything that would compromise his health for the future.†Bryant reportedly looked good in practice Thursday and has declared his intention to play in this week's game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The medical staff believes they have come up with protection for Bryant's finger if he plays but much will depend on how much pain Bryant can tolerate. If Bryant is unable to play through the pain or is ineffective, season-ending surgery becomes more likely. Source: The Redzone
Difference between Tory Holt and Dez Bryant is Torry Holt can afford to sacrifice because he will have money for a few years after he retires. Dez is going to be broke about an hour and a half after he does.
