Dak Prescott's success hinges on resolving left tackle competition
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 2:13 PM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026
As the Dallas Cowboys prepare for training camp later this month, the left tackle position remains unsettled with Tyler Guyton and Nate Thomas vying for the starting role. Dak Prescott, entering his 11th season, requires solid protection to maximize the potential of a loaded offense that includes key players like CeeDee Lamb and Javonte Williams. Guyton holds an edge with prior starts but struggled last season and faced injuries. Thomas's performance has not inspired confidence, as he ranks low among tackles. Head coach Brian Schottenheimer emphasized the importance of this competition, indicating that it could significantly impact the team's performance this season.
- •Training camp opens for the Cowboys later this month.
- •Tyler Guyton and Nate Thomas are competing for left tackle.
- •Dak Prescott looks to improve after two seasons without deep playoff runs.
- •Guyton has 21 career starts but had a challenging previous season.
- •Thomas is ranked low and may not be a reliable backup option.
- 4:54 PMYahoo Sports — Dak Prescott has one Cowboys question still waiting for an answer
- 2:13 PMYahoo Sports — Dak Prescott will only go as far as his left tackle situation allows
"Dallas Cowboys quarterbacks like Dak Prescott need blindside protection as Tyler Guyton and Nate Thomas battle for the starting left tackle role in 2026.
"Cowboys left tackle Tyler Guyton faces a critical training camp battle as Dallas searches for a reliable blind-side protector for Dak Prescott.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 3, 2026, 4:54 PMDak Prescott has one Cowboys question still waiting for an answer
Cowboys left tackle Tyler Guyton faces a critical training camp battle as Dallas searches for a reliable blind-side protector for Dak Prescott.
- Yahoo SportsJul 3, 2026, 2:13 PMDak Prescott will only go as far as his left tackle situation allows
Dallas Cowboys quarterbacks like Dak Prescott need blindside protection as Tyler Guyton and Nate Thomas battle for the starting left tackle role in 2026.
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