The Dallas Cowboys are approaching the health status of left tackle Tyron Smith for the Week 10 tilt against the New York Giants very carefully. Smith, back in the lineup after sitting due to a neck stinger prior to the bye week played at a high, Pro Bowl caliber level once again. While Terence Steele had his difficulties on the right side, the Philadelphia Eagles found little success on the left side.
This came after Smith sat out all of last week’s practices, not getting work until the team walkthrough. If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it, they say. Head coach Mike McCarthy said on Wednesday the club is considering following the routine for the remainder of the season, in order to keep the 13-year veteran as healthy as possible.
Tyron Smith didn't practice last week (participated only in mock game and walkthrough) before returning to help the #Cowboys take on the Eagles.
He played exceptional football.
Mike McCarthy says it's on the table for Smith to be managed the same way.
— Patrik [No C] Walker (@VoiceOfTheStar) November 8, 2023
As for the rest of the roster, Dallas had no veteran rest days officially listed this Wednesday, perhaps a nod to the club’s third defeat in their last six games. Every one of the six Cowboys on the initial injury report carries an actual ailment.
That’s dwarfed however by the Giants’ report, which includes over 20% of their 53 man roster. Here’s a look at how both teams started the week.