Cowboys name Tyler Guyton starting left tackle over Nate Thomas
ESPN NFL • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 7:13 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
On August 4, 2026, the Dallas Cowboys announced that they have ended the competition for the starting left tackle position. Tyler Guyton will take on the role full-time with the first-team offense, following a decision to cut short the planned competition against Nate Thomas. This development comes as the Cowboys finalize their roster ahead of the upcoming season. Guyton's promotion marks a significant shift in the team's offensive line strategy as they prepare for training camp.
- •Tyler Guyton has been assigned the starting left tackle position.
- •Nate Thomas will no longer compete for the role.
- •The decision was made ahead of training camp.
- •Dallas Cowboys focus on finalizing their roster.
- 8:03 PMESPN NFL — Cowboys cut short LT battle, give Guyton all reps
- 7:10 PMYahoo Sports — Tyler Guyton will remain with the Cowboys' first-team at LT
"The Cowboys cut short a planned competition between Tyler Guyton and Nate Thomas for the starting left tackle spot, with Guyton installed to practice full-time with the first-team offense.
"The Cowboys went into their offseason program with a competition between Tyler Guyton and Nate Thomas for the left tackle job.
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External links- ESPN NFLAug 4, 2026, 8:03 PMCowboys cut short LT battle, give Guyton all reps
The Cowboys cut short a planned competition between Tyler Guyton and Nate Thomas for the starting left tackle spot, with Guyton installed to practice full-time with the first-team offense.
- Yahoo SportsAug 4, 2026, 7:10 PMTyler Guyton will remain with the Cowboys' first-team at LT
The Cowboys went into their offseason program with a competition between Tyler Guyton and Nate Thomas for the left tackle job.
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