6 Takeaways from Day 2 of Cowboys Camp, plus Twitter highlights

The Cowboys returned to the practice field on Thursday a bit hobbled but still getting the necesary work in to prepare for padded life. Get the latest sights and thoughts. | From @KDDrummondNFL

The Cowboys completed their second practice of the year on Thursday. While the Zack Martin holdout and Trevon Diggs extension carried the club into Wednesday’s work, a few injury notes paved the way on Thursday. Without pads, the best work still comes in 7-on-7 drills so you know the guys who clog up the middle are champing at the bit to get their time in the sun.

Until then, sled drills will have to suffice. A look at the first-round rookie Mazi Smith, continued issues for the second-round pick Luke Schoonmaker, and a big opportunity for a personal pet cat in Markquese Bell. Here are the biggest takeaways and best highlights from Day 2 of Dallas’ training camp.