Cowboys Lose Smith to Thumb Surgery | Dallas Cowboys News

0:00It's September 7th. This is Dallas Cowboys News Today, driven by AI Your Team Non-Stop. Dallas Cowboys fans got some tough news this week. Their second team, all pro-offensive lineman, Tyler Smith, is going to need dumb surgery. He's expected to be out for about four to six weeks, which means he'll miss at least the first four games of the season. This is a significant blow for Dallas, especially with a challenging early schedule. They're facing some tough defensive teams right out of the gate, including the Ravens, Texans, and Buccaneers within the first five weeks. Smith's absence will definitely be felt on the offensive line during this critical stretch. The team is looking to TJ Bass to step up and fill Smith's spot. Bass has some experience having played in 16 games last season with five starts. It's a big opportunity for him to prove his worth, but replacing an all pro is never an easy task for any player. Head coach Brian Shottenheimer mentioned that Smith is a quick healer and they're hoping for a speedy recovery.

1:01He's being placed on injury reserve with the designation to return, meaning he'll have to sit out those initial gains but can come back once he's healed. This injury comes just as the Cowboys are gearing up for their season opener against the New York Giants on Sunday night football. It's a tough way to start the year, and fans will be hoping the team can weather the storm until Smith is back on the field.