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Dallas Cowboys roster and injury updates
Overview
The Dallas Cowboys are managing roster changes and injuries as they navigate the early season. Pro Bowl guard Tyler Smith was placed on injured reserve following thumb surgery to repair ligament damage, an absence that initially lasted at least four weeks. To mitigate his loss, the team elevated T. J. Bass to the starting left guard position, promoted Nick Leverett from the practice squad to the 53-man roster, and signed veteran interior offensive lineman Laken Tomlinson to the practice squad.
Other injury concerns included tight end Luke Schoonmaker, who was listed as a non-participant for personal reasons, and offensive lineman Ajani Cornelius, who was limited in practice due to a knee injury. Defensive lineman Jonathan Bullard participated fully despite a groin issue.
As the team prepares for its Week 5 matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tyler Smith has been activated from his 21-day practice window. While his availability for the game remains undecided, his return offers potential stability to the interior offensive line.
On the defensive side, cornerback Joey Porter Jr. is acclimating to the roster following a trade from the Pittsburgh Steelers. The move reportedly occurred after Porter rejected a contract extension from Pittsburgh that reached $28 million per year due to disagreements over long-term guarantees. Porter, who played 24 snaps in his debut against the Houston Texans, has expressed readiness for a larger role.
Offensively, quarterback Dak Prescott remains committed to the team’s ‘Greatest Offense There Is’ (GOTI) goal. Despite a 1-2 start, the offense currently ranks third in points per game, and Prescott maintains the unit has not yet reached its full potential.
Entities
Tyler Smith · Dallas Cowboys · Brian Schottenheimer · New York Giants · Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Claims
What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Offensive lineman Tyler Smith has been placed on short-term injured reserve due to a thumb injury.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Tight end Luke Schoonmaker was a non-participant in Thursday's practice due to personal reasons.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Offensive lineman Ajani Cornelius was limited in practice due to a knee injury.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Defensive lineman Jonathan Bullard was a full participant in practice despite a groin issue.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Cowboys signed veteran interior offensive lineman Laken Tomlinson to the practice squad.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Nick Leverett was promoted from the practice squad to serve as a backup following Tyler Smith's injury.
Timeline
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[SPORTS] 10 sourcesDallas Cowboys manage roster updates with Tyler Smith and Joey Porter Jr
The Dallas Cowboys see potential boosts from guard Tyler Smith's injury return and cornerback Joey Porter Jr.'s integration following his trade from the Steelers.
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[SPORTS] 4 sourcesDallas Cowboys manage injuries to Tyler Smith and Luke Schoonmaker
The Dallas Cowboys have placed offensive lineman Tyler Smith on short-term IR. Tight end Luke Schoonmaker also missed Thursday's practice for personal reasons as the team prepares for the Giants.
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[SPORTS] 8 sourcesDallas Cowboys place guard Tyler Smith on injured reserve
Dallas Cowboys guard Tyler Smith has been placed on injured reserve for 4–6 weeks following thumb surgery. T. J. Bass is expected to start in his place for the season opener against the New York Giants.
Sources
bleacherreport.com · bloggingtheboys.com · covers.com · cyclinginc.com · diario.mx · empiresportsmedia.com · fanSided.com · heavy.com · mardeplata.com · nbcsports.com · newsday.com · profootballrumors.com · si.com · sportschatplace.com · srnnews.com · thelandryhat.com
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