News of Tyron Smith’s major leg injury and a 3-4 month absence has been rocking Cowboys Nation for the last two days. While there’s hope that Dallas’ starting left tackle could return in December, or at least for the playoffs, one can’t help but wonder if we’ll ever … Read more
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The Dallas Cowboys continue their preseason this week with joint practices and a game against the Los Angeles Chargers on Saturday night. Mike McCarthy provided updates last night on key players who could be returning to action this week, plus another who may have to miss some time. … Read more
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Cowboys Offensive Tackle Josh Ball was hardly the only poor performer in last night’s preseason loss to the Denver Broncos. He just might have been the worst, though, and now Dallas has to figure out what to do about the swing tackle job going forward. Ball was generally … Read more
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No doubt you’re as excited as we are for tonight’s matchup between the Dallas Cowboys and Denver Broncos. To help whet your appetite, here are five things to watch for in Dallas’ 2002 preseason debut. As was previously announced last Wednesday, the Cowboys’ starters will be sitting out … Read more
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Cowboys rookie Offensive Tackle Matt Waletzko has a shoulder injury from last week which will likely require surgery. How long will Waletzko be out and what does this mean for Dallas’ depth at the position? Could it lead to a free agent addition? Waletzko is one of the … Read more
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The Cowboys have dealt with some major challenges at offensive tackle the last two years. After seeing their depth several tested since 2020, do they have enough now as they prepare for the upcoming season? Tyron Smith missed six games in 2021 and only played in two games … Read more
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One of the biggest things you worry about with NFL rookies is if they will have the work ethic needed to succeed in the pros. Early indications show that Cowboys 1st-round pick Tyler Smith, projected to start at guard in 2022, won’t have any problem with effort. Recently, … Read more
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Quick, name the last impact player that the Cowboys got from the 5th Round of the NFL Draft. Did you think of one? How far back did you have to go? No matter your answer, I’m sure it illustrates the reality that Dallas hasn’t had a win from … Read more
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Terence Steele being handed the Cowboys’ starting job at right tackle was one of the major developments of the 2022 offseason. The third-year OT will face heavy scrutiny given the circumstances of his ascension, and Dallas’ faith in him will lead to heavy criticism if he doesn’t perform. … Read more
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Offensive Tackle Josh Ball spent his rookie season with the Cowboys on inured reserve. After serving the NFL’s version of a “redshirt” year, will Ball step into a contributing role for Dallas in 2022? A high-ankle sprain early in last year’s training camp kept Ball off the practice … Read more
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When the Dallas Cowboys surprisingly released La’el Collins in March, having Terence Steele to turn to as the new starting right tackle was a major part of the decision. But does that mean Steele is just going to be handed the job in 2022 or could he still … Read more
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The Dallas Cowboys have added another offensive lineman in their 2022 class, drafting North Dakota’s Matt Waletzko with a 5th-round pick. Waletzko measured a whopping 6’8″ and 312 lbs at this year’s Scouting Combine. He brings another depth possibility as the Cowboys look to restock behind Tyron Smith … Read more
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Even with the 2022 NFL Draft coming next week the Cowboys are still putting some energy to free agency. Yesterday Dallas had a visit with veteran Offensive Tackle Sam Tevi, who’s previously played for the Colts and Chargers. Tevi, a 6th-round pick for Los Angeles in 2017, became … Read more
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Tyron Smith has been a fixture at left tackle for the Cowboys for over a decade. But after issues with injuries and missed games continued in 2021, how solid is Smith’s position beyond the upcoming season? Could Dallas start preparing for Tyron’s exit through one of their 2022 … Read more
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The Cowboys are releasing starting Right Tackle La’el Collins today. The move is being designated as a June-1st cut, meaning Dallas will receive $10 million in additional cap space after June 1st from Collins’ contract. After missing all of 2020 with a hip issue and a five-game suspension … Read more
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The miserly Cowboys are pinching salary cap pennies wherever they can this offseason and even near the bottom of the roster. Linebackers Luke Gifford and Francis Bernard and Offensive Tackle Mitch Hyatt may now become unrestricted free agents as Dallas is declining to give them the possible restricted … Read more
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Last year was far from La’el Collins best since joining the Dallas Cowboys. Though he remained the starting right tackle for most of the year, Collins goes into this 2022 offseason at a low point and with his relationship with the organization less than ideal. After three strong … Read more
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There may not be a single player on the Cowboys roster with a more confounding contract situation than Offensive Tackle Tyron Smith. While the veteran’s missed a lot of playing time over the last two years, he’s still a solid performer when healthy and has a very reasonable … Read more
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While the Dallas Cowboys are still licking their wounds from Sunday’s untimely playoff exit, many are already turning their attention to the upcoming draft and free agency period. Dallas has numerous players with expiring contracts in 2022, making for potentially high roster turnover in a critical offseason. There’s … Read more
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Offensive Tackle Tyron Smith is expected to return to practice today according to Head Coach Mike McCarthy. Barring any setbacks this week, this should put the Pro Bowler on track to play this Sunday in a critical NFC showdown with the Arizona Cardinals. Smith has missed Dallas’ last … Read more
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Tyron Smith’s return to the Dallas Cowboys may wind up being only temporary. The offensive tackle reinjured his left ankle in yesterday’s win over the Washington Football Team and will have further testing today to determine the severity. Smith missed three games from Weeks 9-12, two of which … Read more
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