As amazing As Tyron Smith is it is time to find the change of tackle

nightrain · Dec 21, 2020

The net cost for keeping T.S. in 2021 looks to be under $6M. Can't let that kind of talent go at that price. 2022 a different story. If he winds up missing numerous games in 2021, I think they pull the plug for a near $10M net savings in 2022.

DallasDW00ds0n · Dec 21, 2020

I’ve been saying this since Tyron cost us the ATL game Chaz started and blew. Tyron has been missing too much action for years now.

tyke1doe · Dec 21, 2020

His age aint decreasing. Make the transition. He's damaged goods.

75boyz · Dec 21, 2020

Just as big a concern as the entire defensive roster and who will be it's coach.

LT is the second most important player on offense besides QB.

buybuydandavis · Dec 21, 2020

MWH1967 said:
This spring is time to find the change of the tackle.

Back Issues just don't go away and he is no spring chicken in football years. Got to protect the Blind side.

I'm not saying the rookie has to start in 2021 but, the window is closing. Draft a tackle and spend the rest of the draft on the "D" side.

If i'm wrong tell me...I'm sure you guys will..

There *may* be some question about Collins' long term health too.
https://cowboyszone.com/threads/the-break-lael-collins-didnt-have-any-cartilege-in-his-hip.470589/

DoctorChicken · Dec 21, 2020

If Sewell is there at our pick, you take him, no brainer.

Considering he’s the best LT prospect to come out in like 10 years though, I doubt he will be available.

Edit - And for anyone about to tell me that “whatshisname said he wouldn’t be a Top-3 OT last year”, they’re wrong. He is literally a near perfect prospect. You have to really, really nitpick to find any significant flaws in Sewell’s game. I can’t remember the last time and OT has had the pure talent he has.

cern · Dec 21, 2020

La'el collins hip might be the determining factor on taking a tackle with a high pick. The writing is on the wall regarding smith. But Collins is an unexpected surprise.

exciter · Dec 21, 2020

rnr_honeybadger said:
This is the problem, instead of running your football team like a football team you choose to run it like a frat house.

Frat house? Until this year he has never missed more than 3 games in a season...27 for his 10 year career counting this one. Lael Collins has missed 34 in 6. Player who best compares sacks and pressures allowed to him is Terron Armstead, he’s never played a fullb16 game season in his career and yet you never hear Saints fans talk about replacing him. They’re smart enough to realize the value of someone who can be left on that island without help even if it’s only for 12 games a year. Drs believed the issue was correctable and that surgery would prolong his career. If that’s like a frat house then sign me up, I likes over indulging in alcohol!

DuncanIso · Dec 21, 2020

MWH1967 said:
Was, Don't get Jerry syndrome now. He is still very good "IF" healthy. That is the question. Either way, it's time.

He’s only 30.

He’s got 3 more years of paper.

And he is elite. No question about it.

exciter · Dec 21, 2020

MWH1967 said:
This spring is time to find the change of the tackle.

Back Issues just don't go away and he is no spring chicken in football years. Got to protect the Blind side.

I'm not saying the rookie has to start in 2021 but, the window is closing. Draft a tackle and spend the rest of the draft on the "D" side.

If i'm wrong tell me...I'm sure you guys will..

Counting the 14 this year Tyron has missed 27 games in 10 seasons. L Collins has missed 34 in 6... for perspective. Drs felt the stinger issue was correctable and the surgery would prolong his career. Even playing hurt you can put him on an island without help and he’ll dominate the opposing teams best pass rusher. Im thinking you don’t move from that until you’re sure you have to!

Redsfan_83 · Dec 21, 2020

One of my favourite all time Cowboys easily...he has given up his body, his health and likely money to stay a Cowboy. As much as we need to replace him, he will have a starting spot as long as he can stand and play. To be honest, he deserves as much.

BHendri5 · Dec 22, 2020

Yes, past time we should have replaced him 2 seasons ago

PJTHEDOORS · Dec 22, 2020

MWH1967 said:
This spring is time to find the change of the tackle.

Back Issues just don't go away and he is no spring chicken in football years. Got to protect the Blind side.

I'm not saying the rookie has to start in 2021 but, the window is closing. Draft a tackle and spend the rest of the draft on the "D" side.

If i'm wrong tell me...I'm sure you guys will..

Use all pics for the D.

GimmeTheBall! · Dec 22, 2020

MWH1967 said:
This spring is time to find the change of the tackle.

Back Issues just don't go away and he is no spring chicken in football years. Got to protect the Blind side.

I'm not saying the rookie has to start in 2021 but, the window is closing. Draft a tackle and spend the rest of the draft on the "D" side.

If i'm wrong tell me...I'm sure you guys will..

You are, of course, correct but Jerry's way is to keep players past their prime, until the wheels come off and he gets no enumeration for oldsters.
Sean lee is a prime example. Tsmith, believe me, can stay as long as he wants in Jerry's coddled camp.

G2 · Dec 22, 2020

The best season Dallas has had in rent past? 2014 & 2016. Both years Smith was 1st team All Pro. He made the Pro Bowl every season after and was named within the top 100 players.
Even if he's not 100%, even if he's played injured he's one of the best. Ride it until his contract is up.
Drafting a Tackle with the 1st "might" pan out, but consider just last year the 1st taken didn't have half the season as the linemen taken later.

Motorola · Dec 22, 2020

20 comments in, but yet to view the "trade Tyron" posts that I've seen on several threads concerning Smith throughout the season.

FLcowboy · Dec 22, 2020

MWH1967 said:
This spring is time to find the change of the tackle.

Back Issues just don't go away and he is no spring chicken in football years. Got to protect the Blind side.

I'm not saying the rookie has to start in 2021 but, the window is closing. Draft a tackle and spend the rest of the draft on the "D" side.

If i'm wrong tell me...I'm sure you guys will..

I agree, the injury bug has become the albatross of the offensive line.

1972COWBOY · Dec 22, 2020

We discussed this 2 years ago when his back issues started. It should not be a surprise to anyone.

Brooksey · Dec 22, 2020

Not yet he's still top 3 when healthy..he's got 3-4 years left

MWH1967 · Dec 22, 2020

brooksey1 said:
Not yet he's still top 3 when healthy..he's got 3-4 years left

I would not gamble the mortgage on it at this point. I'm the last one in line. let him play 2021 if he can go. love the man and his effort.

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