After a disappointing performance in Week 1, and a number of injuries, before during and since, the Cowboys are searching for help along the offensive line. Dallas entered the season with a couple depth members on season-long injured reserve and starting right tackle La’el Collins on returnable IR. Backup Cam Erving left the season opener and starting left tackle Tyron Smith has missed the last two practices with a neck injury.
It’s gotten to the point the Cowboys must consider moving their guards, Connor Williams and Zack Martin back outside where they played in college. To that extent, and because it’s easier to find interior players then tackles, Dallas is set to visit with former Cowboys guard Ronald Leary, according to a report by ESPN’s Field Yates.
The Cowboys have scheduled a visit with free agent OL Ronald Leary. A familiar face who could potentially help them as they deal with some injuries up front.
— Field Yates (@FieldYates) September 19, 2020
Leary started at left guard for the Cowboys from 2013 through 2016, before joining Denver on a high-priced deal. There was speculation Leary could join earlier Dallas in the off-season, but now it appears there’s a real chance of a reunion. Leary reportedly is undergoing the Covid-19 protocols.
Williams got the first crack at left guard for Dallas, but he struggled against Aaron Donald and the Rams in Week 1. Williams could certainly preform better in the coming weeks when he’s not lined up across Donald, but the addition of Leary could allow Williams to play more tackle, the position he played at the University of Texas. Some believe he is more naturally built for that role, though most projected a move inside for him entering the 2018 draft.
Behind Williams Dallas has 2019 third-round pick Connor McGovern available at guard.
Mike McCarthy recently made it known that both Williams and right guard Zack Martin haven taken snaps at tackle in practice.
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