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Are the Cowboys’ Offensive Line Critics Getting It Wrong in 2025?

Many experts call the Cowboys' offensive line "shaky," but that might be a rushed judgment.
While Tyron Smith’s departure raised red flags, Dallas quietly rebuilt with intention. First-round pick Tyler Guyton has elite athleticism and a frame built for protecting the edge. Tyler Smith is quickly turning into a Pro Bowl-caliber guard, and Tyler Booker, the 12th overall pick in 2025, has taken over at right guard following Zack Martin’s retirement; Booker, who had zero sacks in 395 pass-protection snaps at Alabama, is expected to become the new mainstay with his strength and aggressive style of play. What seems like instability is actually calculated retooling.

11) Can The Offensive Line Return To Form?

Guyton has already drawn praise for his footwork and adaptability in OTAs. Behind him, the coaching staff is betting big on in-house development rather than overpaying for aging free agents. Conor Riley’s return as OL coach has brought a sense of cohesion and system familiarity. Cowboys aren’t just plugging holes—they’re building sustainability.

Dallas Cowboys Tyler Guyton named as preseason's top rookie offensive tackle

“You think we’re broken? Keep watching,” Tyler Smith said in minicamp with a grin. NFL Network’s Brian Baldinger added, “This line might surprise everyone by Week 4.” Confidence is quietly brewing in Dallas, and the front office seems comfortable playing the long game.

Tyler Smith says he's 'really comfortable' at guard for Cowboys

Come September, the so-called weakness might just be the biggest surprise.
If Dak Prescott gets 2.7+ seconds in the pocket, this offense has the weapons to torch defenses. With CeeDee Lamb, George Pickens, and Jake Ferguson all healthy, the trenches might no longer be the concern—but the catalyst.

Dolphins Legend 3× Pro Bowl and 1× Super Bowl, Expresses Desire to Join Patriots After Being Released Due to Suspension – Willing to Give Up Everything to Repay the Team That Saved His Soul from His Darkest Days
Foxborough – November 20, 2025 The story of a former Dolphins legend – a player who was once selected to 3 Pro Bowls and owns 1 Super Bowl championship – is creating waves of emotion throughout the entire NFL. After being released because of a suspension, he is not seeking glory or an expensive contract. What he wants is to go to the place that once pulled him out of the mental abyss. A journey no longer revolving around fame, but revolving around gratitude. Right after the Dolphins officially announced the termination of his contract, he immediately contacted the New England Patriots side to ask for even the smallest chance. Not to rebuild his career, but to repay a debt of gratitude he believes he has never fully repaid. That sincerity has attracted attention not only from Patriots fans but also from neutral viewers, people who can clearly feel the desire for rebirth from a player who once stood at the pinnacle and then fell to the very bottom. In an interview broadcast last night, he left the entire press room in silence when he spoke about his darkest days. He said the criticism, the injuries, and the isolation had pushed him into a dead end. In that moment, he admitted there was only one single place that pulled him back up. “When the whole world turned its back on me, the Patriots were the only light that pulled me out of my darkest days. If I still have one chance in the NFL, I am willing to trade everything just to repay them.” And the player mentioned throughout the article is Odell Beckham Jr. He revealed that it was former head coach Bill Belichick who continuously called to check on him, even though he had never played a single snap for the Patriots. Those conversations were not about football but about the value of a human being. It was that sincerity, he said, that saved him from “the darkest moment of his life.” That is the deepest reason why he wants one day to wear the Patriots jersey – the place where Belichick once made history and the place where he believes he owes an entire spiritual life. Although the Patriots are seriously considering giving him a chance, according to sources from inside the league, he still holds hope that New England will open that final door. And at this moment, nothing is clearer than the truth that Odell Beckham Jr. is no longer seeking salvation for his career, but for his soul. If the Patriots speak up, he is ready to step in without hesitation – just as he said, only to be able to “repay the greatest debt of his life.”