Dez Bryant Could Be Out Until December

The initial thought from the Dallas Cowboys on the jones fracture suffered by Dez Bryant last week was that he would be forced to miss 4-6 weeks. However, Ian Rappaport is reporting that he now “faces a 10-12 week timeframe.”

However, Cowboys beat writer Clarence Hill is reporting that 6-8 weeks is the time table the Cowboys are sticking to.

The Dez Bryant time frame for return remains 6 to 8 weeks, per cowboys. Bone grafts are common with foot fractures. They plan on him playing

— Clarence Hill Jr (@clarencehilljr) September 20, 2015

Despite multiple reported timelines, it seems clear that Bryant is preparing for a return this season, telling Michael Irvin Jr. he was getting ready for a playoff run.