Cowboys evaluate backup center options with training camp underway
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 9:10 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
The Dallas Cowboys are exploring backup center options after Matt Hennessy was placed on season-ending IR due to a neck injury. T.J. Bass, who has primarily played guard, started at center in the preseason opener but has since returned to guard, allowing Nick Leverett to take snaps at center. The Cowboys' offensive line depth is being tested as they approach the regular season. The team is closely monitoring Leverett's performance as they aim to solidify the backup center role, which is critical given previous injuries to starter Cooper Beebe.
- •Matt Hennessy is on season-ending IR with a neck injury.
- •T.J. Bass started at center but has returned to guard in practice.
- •Nick Leverett is being evaluated for the backup center position.
- •Cowboys face urgency to solidify offensive line depth before the season.
- •Starter Cooper Beebe missed six games last season due to injury.
- 9:10 AMYahoo Sports — Is former Bucs, Patriots lineman the Cowboys answer at backup center?
"Since Matt Hennessy was placed on IR, the Dallas Cowboys have been trying to find a backup center. That quest took on a new develpoment recently.
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