Bryant accuses media of trying 'to destroy' him, insists he's 'unbothered'

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Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant stated Thursday he isn't upset by a recent flurry of criticism, albeit simultaneously declaring the media is out to destroy him.

Bryant's contract status has been the subject of debate throughout the offseason and the Cowboys reportedly will ask him to take a pay cut for the upcoming season when both parties meet Friday.

The three-time Pro Bowler has clearly taken issue with the media's coverage of his reported contract negotiations.

I really been enjoying my offseason..I never in my life heard so much media try to destroy a single soul which is very sad but what is so great is I'm so un fucking bothered #throwupthex

- Dez Bryant (@DezBryant) April 12, 2018

Bryant would later try to reject the notion he was upset by criticism from the media, doubling down on his earlier comments.

The take from today.. I'm bothered because I said publicly I'm unbothered That's a huge wow (R) take 2 I'm ranting and going off on the media whenever I'm just being normal Dez in my everyday life.. I can only control what I can control is what I tell myself...again unbothered

- Dez Bryant (@DezBryant) April 12, 2018

It'll be compelling to see how Bryant's contract situation unfolds with two years left on his remaining deal. He currently carries a $16.5 million cap hit into the 2018 season.

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