Overview
- The Cowboys named Tyler Guyton the starting left tackle on Tuesday, ending the brief competition with Nate Thomas so Guyton can work with the first-unit offense in padded practices.
- Schottenheimer said the move is meant to accelerate Guyton’s development after two injury- and consistency-plagued seasons and to help him refine technique against live rushers.
- Nate Thomas remains with the team as a developmental backup who was told he must show steadier play to push for the job, a view reinforced by his low pass-blocking grades last season.
- All-Pro guard Tyler Smith is staying at guard for now but is the internal contingency to slide to tackle if the Cowboys need a proven option later in the year.
- The depth chart decision comes as the Cowboys also adjust elsewhere: rookie cornerback competition between Cobie Durant and Shavon Revel Jr. is active and tight end Princeton Fant will miss the 2026 season with ACL and MCL tears, opening opportunities for younger players.