Overview
- Smith told the team website in late May that he and the Cowboys have “great conversations” and that he “has an understanding” about where he will play in 2026, signaling clarity without a formal announcement.
- Reporting projects the Cowboys will start Smith at left guard for Week 1 if first‑round pick Tyler Guyton returns healthy from injury, with Smith moving to left tackle only as a contingency.
- Smith has spent most of 2024–25 at left guard, logged more than 900 guard snaps in each season, finished 2025 by starting the final three games at left tackle, and has earned multiple Pro Bowl nods.
- Sources report Smith is on a reported four‑year, $96 million extension with large guarantees, a contract that underscores his value and the team’s interest in keeping him at guard.
- Guyton’s recurring injuries and Smith’s versatility mean the offensive line’s configuration remains under evaluation through OTAs and training camp, a choice that will directly affect pass protection for quarterback Dak Prescott.