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Nov 8, 2015; Arlington, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant (88) goes up for the touchdown catch during the second half of a game against the Philadelphia Eagles at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ray Carlin-USA TODAY Sports /

Dallas Cowboys: WR Dez Bryant will have at least 1,500 receiving yards

The Dallas Cowboys locker room turned into a medical ward during the 2015 season and arguably the most impactful injury was a fracture in the foot of Bryant in Week 1 against the Giants. Bryant was limited to just nine games, never really looked 100% during the entire season and produced just 31 catches, 401 yards, three touchdowns.

Bryant endured offseason surgeries to his foot and ankle and will be healthy and ready by the time the 2016 season kicks off. Everyone knows that Bryant is a highly motivated, high energy player and a solid bet can be placed on Bryant wanting to prove something to not only himself but to the NFL as well. Just two seasons ago, Bryant played all 16 games with 88 receptions, 1,320 yards and a career-high 16 touchdowns and it is vivid that a healthy Bryant elevates those around him on the Cowboys offense. Head coach Jason Garrett and offensive coordinator Scott Linehan will look to get Bryant involved early and often at times during the season and he may not have the excessive catch totals with rookie Ezekiel Elliott being a key weapon for Dallas in 2016, but Bryant will use 2016 to provide a career-high in receiving yards.

During the season, Bryant will see the likes of new NFC East rival Josh Norman, Xavier Rhodes, and Joe Haden lined across from him so for Bryant to put this type of season together will come against prime competition. Look for Bryant to have a tremendous 2016 season.

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