Cowboys' Smith Out, Bass Steps In | Dallas Cowboys News

0:00It's September 7th. This is Dallas Cowboys News Today, powered by AI, your team, your update. Alright, let's talk about the Dallas Cowboys offensive line. Their starting left guard, Tyler Smith, is going under the knife. He's been dealing with a thumb injury for a while now, and the team announced who have surgery to fix a ligament. This means he's headed to injured reserve and is expected to be sidelined for about 4-6 weeks. Inspirion Shotinheimer pointed out how crucial grip strength is for an offensive mime man, especially for someone like Smith, who's a three time pro. Boller. They're hoping this surgery will get him back on the field sooner rather than later, and they're confident he's a quick healer. Smith was a high draft pick back in 2022, and signed a big contract extension in September, making him the highest paid guard in the league at the time. Now stepping into Smith's shoes will be TJ Bass. Bass has been with the Cowboys since 2023, and has seen action in 48 games, starting

1:0010 of them. He'll be the guy protecting that left side while Smith recovers. This injury definitely shakes things up for the Cowboys offensive front. Smith's presence is a big deal, and his absence will be felt. The team is clearly prioritized in getting him healthy for the long haul, even if it means a temporary shuffle in the lineup. So, while it's a setback for Smith and the Cowboys offense, the focus is on his recovery and getting him back to full strength. We'll be watching to see how Bass performs in the starting role, and how the team adjusts during this period.