Tyler Smith, an offensive lineman for the Dallas Cowboys, is scheduled to have surgery on his injured thumb, according to Joe Hoyt of The Dallas Morning News. The 25-year-old is expected to be out for four to six weeks and may soon be placed on injured reserve.
With Smith unavailable, T.J. Bass is anticipated to step in as the starting left guard for the Cowboys as they gear up for the upcoming regular season. Little Elm, Texas, is approximately 30 miles from Dallas, making this news relevant for local football fans.
Source: cbssports.com.
