Dez Bryant Turned Down Multiyear Deal with the Baltimore Ravens
Apr 25, 2018, 12:00 AM | Updated: Jan 4, 2019, 11:27 am
ARLINGTON, TX - NOVEMBER 23: Dez Bryant #88 of the Dallas Cowboys gestures to the crowd before the game against the Los Angeles Chargers at AT&T Stadium on November 23, 2017 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images)
(Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images)
by Matt George – Sports 1140 KHTK Reporter
Once regarded as one of the NFL’s best receivers, former Dallas Cowboy Dez Bryant is waiting for the deal he wants.
According to NFL insider Ed Werder, Bryant has turned down a multiyear contract from the Baltimore Ravens, not interested in any offer beyond next season. Bryant reportedly wants to leave his options open for a potentially significant payday in 2019 free agency.
Source: Former #Cowboys WR Dez Bryant turned down a multi-year offer from the #Ravens. He apparently wants a big 1-year deal and chance to secure bigger long-term contract as a UFA from beginning in 2019.
— Ed Werder (@EdwerderRFA) April 25, 2018
While money may play a big factor in future deals, Bryant has made it known that his top priority this summer is to stay in the NFC East, adding fuel to his Cowboys-revenge narrative. Dallas allegedly cut Bryant due to his high price tag ($12.5 million in 2018) and his personality clashes with coaches and teammates.
Cowboy nation I need you to know this wasn’t my decision.. I will always love y’all… forever Dallas in my heart
— Dez Bryant (@DezBryant) April 13, 2018
Only 29, Bryant appears hungry to prove he still has what it takes to be a top receiver. Last season, Bryant caught 69 passes for 838 yards and six touchdowns.
