Dallas Cowboys compete for starting left tackle job ahead of OTAs

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Dallas Cowboys compete for starting left tackle job ahead of OTAs
Summary

The Dallas Cowboys are proceeding with voluntary organized team activities as they evaluate their offensive line. Tyler Smith, Cooper Beebe, and Tyler Booker have secured three of five starting positions. Terence Steele, despite his experience at right tackle, may face competition from rookie Drew Shelton. Tyler Guyton, the 2025 first-round pick, is likely to struggle to retain his left tackle position against Nathan Thomas. Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer mentioned the possibility of moving Smith to left tackle if neither candidate emerges strongly. A decision regarding Guyton's fifth-year option is due next May.

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  • Cowboys have three starting offensive line spots secured before Week 2 of OTAs.
  • Terence Steele's starting role is uncertain due to competition.
  • Tyler Guyton and Nathan Thomas are vying for left tackle.
  • Brian Schottenheimer may shift Tyler Smith to left tackle if necessary.
  • Guyton's fifth-year option decision deadline is in May 2027.
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The Dallas Cowboys completed Week 1 of voluntary organized team activities with three of the projected five starting offensive line positions filled: Tyler Smith at left guard, Cooper Beebe at center, and Tyler Booker at right guard. Terence Steele, who has started 52 games at right tackle over the past three seasons, is not guaranteed […] The post Dallas Cowboys: 1st-Round Pick Not Guaranteed Starting Job in Year 3 appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.

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