I think he was (they thought he was), but with Guyton taking over LT and Richards looking good as the backup he could get the boot. I could see him on the practice squad if he clears waivers.
I've been eyeing that for him. I don't think he's a player you're in danger of losing if you cut him at the end of camp. We do that every year with a few select vets so we can keep younger players that may intrigue other teams.
His injury could actually be good news in that regard. If he's unable to play the rest of the preseason and Dallas cuts him, it's even less likely that someone will try to sign him.
The one problem is if you waive them injured they have to go to IR and can't sign to the practice squad at least not for so many weeks once you release them. Not sure about the time line on that.
Probably wanted to see what he did against higher level competition. He has traits and had a good preseason last year, but played against mostly 3rd strings. Richards, I dont think they need to figure out as much
