Dallas’s success over the past decade has typically comes down to the health of quarterback Dak Prescott and left tackle Tyron Smith. The latter has gotten significantly more ambiguous on a year-to-year basis. The 32-year-old Smith has struggled to stay on the field and his contract expires following the season. Now may be the time to seek a replacement as it is still unclear whether or not they believe Tyler Smith is the true heir or a more natural fit at guard.
Opposite the pair of Smiths is Terence Steele who signed a team-friendly five-year extension that locks him in through 2024 and gives the Cowboys’ options beyond that.
Behind this trio of starters, there are few names to be excited about. Matt Waletzko and Josh Ball have struggled in their limited snaps and while rookie Asim Richards and veteran Chuma Edoga were brought in, neither are certified long-term starters. Here are a few names to watch going forward who won’t top the mock draft boards.