Dallas Cowboys guard Tyler Smith blocks against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Dallas Cowboys All-Pro guard has MRI, status uncertain after missing practice

Originally posted on Dallas Cowboys on SI
By Randy Gurzi | Last updated Oct 1, 2025 5:18 PM ET

Injuries have unfortunately been the theme for the Dallas Cowboys offensive line this season, and it’s not getting any better.

In Week 4, they were without right guard Tyler Booker and center Cooper Beebe . Backups Brock Hoffman and T.J. Bass played well, but they could be joined by even more reserves this weekend.

On Wednesday, Dallas was missing left tackle Tyler Guyton and left guard Tyler Smith. While Guyton is in concussion protocol, Smith is dealing with a leg injury and had to get an MRI.

Cowboys LG Tyler Smith had an MRI today in a lower leg injury. He didn’t practice today. Doesn’t know if he will practice this week or play against the Jets. Wouldn’t reveal the results of the imaging.
LT Tyler Guyton is in concussion protocol and the Cowboys are already playing…
— Clarence Hill Jr (@clarencehilljr) October 1, 2025

The All-Pro guard didn’t reveal what the MRI discovered, but cast doubt on his availability this week. If he’s unable to play, the Cowboys might turn to veteran Wesley French, who is currently on the practice squad.

Guyton missed time during Week 4, and was replaced by second-year tackle Nate Thomas. He would likely get the start if Guyton is out, although Hakeem Adeniji is also an option if they prefer more experience.

Through four weeks, the offensive line has played at a high level , but it’s going to be a tough task if they have to face the New York Jets with Terence Steele and four backups.