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Tyron Smith | Tackle

Team: Dallas Cowboys
Age / DOB:  (22) / 12/12/1990
Ht / Wt:  6'5' / 311
College: USC
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Cowboys LT Tyron Smith has revealed he dealt with near constant harassment from his family about money last season.
Smith was forced to file a protective order against his parents, and called the police on two of his sisters after they showed up at his house unannounced to "harass and torment" him "in the pursuit of collecting financial gain." It had to be a draining distraction for a player making the transition to the blindside, but the 22-year-old Smith still graded out positively in Pro Football Focus' ratings. Smith is a candidate to take a big step forward this season. May 17 - 11:11 AM
Source: Dallas Morning News

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Tyron Smith - T - Cowboys

Cowboys LT Tyron Smith plans to bulk up to 315 pounds this season after playing closer to 305 in 2012.

"I just want to be a better run-blocker and be stronger and more physical," Smith said. "There were times last year where I felt like I was too fast and I was a little off-balanced. I just basically want to add a little weight and stay there, be fast and strong at the same time." Smith had a checkered first year on the blindside, but his play improved down the stretch. Still only 22 years old, Smith has ample room for improvement, and bulking up isn't a bad start.
Source: Dallas Morning News
May 10 - 9:30 AM
Tyron Smith - T - Cowboys

Cowboys LT Tyron Smith sustained a high-ankle sprain in Sunday's win over the Browns.

Owner/GM Jerry Jones said it's not as bad as a high-ankle sprain can be, but we'd still consider Smith very unlikely to play on Thanksgiving. It's a major concern for the Cowboys, who were already playing without C Ryan Cook (knee). They gave up seven sacks and allowed 10 hits on Tony Romo Sunday. Journeyman Jeremy Parnell is Smith's backup.
Source: ESPN Dallas
Sun, Nov 18, 2012 10:07:00 PM
Tyron Smith - T - Cowboys

Cowboys LT Tyron Smith exited Sunday's Week 11 game with a first-half ankle injury.

Smith is questionable to return, and Dallas' offense is running in place with Jermey Pernell on Tony Romo's blind side.
Sun, Nov 18, 2012 02:52:00 PM
Tyron Smith - T - Cowboys

Cowboys OL coach Bill Callahan is encouraged by Tyron Smith's smooth transition to left tackle.

Callahan, who has coached NFL offensive linemen for over a decade, said he's "never had anyone like" Smith. "He is just very strong, very lean, very explosive," Callahan said, "and he can carry those traits over to the left side because of his athleticism."
Source: Dallas Morning News
Tue, May 29, 2012 05:09:00 PM
Tyron Smith - T - Cowboys

Coach Jason Garrett confirmed that Tyron Smith will flip to left tackle when offseason workouts begin.

Garrett left the door open for a reversal, but this move is a no-brainer. Smith is ultra athletic with the quick feet to fend off the game's best pass rushers while Doug Free struggled to protect Tony Romo's blindside last season.
Related: Doug Free
Source: Tom Orsborn on Twitter
Thu, Feb 23, 2012 01:51:00 PM
Tyron Smith - T - Cowboys

Recently retired Cowboys offensive line coach Hudson Houck said he sees Tyron Smith as the long-term answer at left tackle.

After a wildly impressive rookie campaign at right tackle, Houck compared Smith to Cowboys legend Larry Allen. He just turned 21 years old last month and has a ton of room to grow. Doug Free, who manned the left tackle spot this season, is a more natural right tackle.
Related: Doug Free
Source: ESPN Dallas
Mon, Jan 16, 2012 10:26:00 AM
Tyron Smith - T - Cowboys

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones says RT Tyron Smith has been his best rookie this season.

Smith, the No. 9 overall pick in the draft, has started all 15 games and has been exceptional in pass protection. Jones confirmed he could see Smith moving to left tackle next season, thus kicking Doug Free back over to his natural right side spot.
Source: Dallas Morning News
Tue, Dec 27, 2011 11:55:00 AM
Tyron Smith - T - Cowboys

Cowboys RT Tyron Smith went down with an undisclosed injury in the fourth quarter of Saturday's game against the Buccaneers.

Smith was able to walk off the field on his own power, but was evaluated by team doctors on the sideline and received medical attention to the neck and head area. Check back Monday for an update on his status.
Sat, Dec 17, 2011 11:58:00 PM
Tyron Smith - T - Cowboys

Beat reporter Rainer Sabin of the Dallas Morning News expects Tyron Smith to move to left tackle next season.

Smith projects as the Cowboys left tackle of the future and is second overall in pass blocking metrics, according to Pro Football Focus. His transition would allow for current starter Doug Free to play at his more natural right tackle position.
Related: Doug Free
Source: Dallas Morning News
Fri, Dec 16, 2011 10:40:00 AM
Tyron Smith - T - Cowboys

According to legendary OL coach Hudson Houck, rookie RT Tyron Smith has Larry Allen-level talent.

Allen is one of the best offensive linemen ever to suit up in the NFL, so it's high praise indeed. Pro Football Focus rates Smith as easily the best rookie offensive lineman as well as the fourth-best tackle overall. With 10-12 pounds of added muscle, the highly athletic Smith could be the best in the league down the line.
Source: ESPN Dallas
Thu, Nov 17, 2011 06:16:00 PM
Tyron Smith - T - Cowboys

Cowboys rookie RT Tyron Smith has given up just 1 1/2 sacks through his first four games.

Smith is performing better than the Cowboys even hoped. "Even though we heard a lot of good things about his work ethic, we didn't know just how good it was until we got him in here," said OL coach Hudson Houck. The Cowboys' line problems are on their interior and with underperforming left tackle Doug Free.
Source: Fort Worth Star-Telegram
Wed, Oct 5, 2011 11:30:00 AM
Tyron Smith - T - Cowboys

Cowboys RT Tyron Smith got through the season opener without a setback to his hyperextended knee.

Still just 20 years old, Smith impressed his teammates and coaches by gutting it out with no noticeable downgrade in his performance. "I saw no problem with [the knee] whatsoever," said OL coach Hudson Houck. "Of course, he doesn't complain at all."
Source: ESPN Dallas
Thu, Sep 15, 2011 08:40:00 PM
Tyron Smith - T - Cowboys

Cowboys RT Tyron Smith (hyperextended knee) remains a game-time decision for Sunday Night Football against the Jets.

Smith is in a race to get back earlier than expected. If he can't go, developmental prospect Jermey Parnell will draw the start at right tackle. Parnell is highly athletic as a former college basketball player at Ole Miss, but lacks ideal weight and experience. It's perhaps worth noting that Bryan Broaddus of ESPN Dallas predicted Saturday that Smith would start.
Related: Jermey Parnell
Source: Matt Mosley on Twitter
Sun, Sep 11, 2011 12:07:00 PM
Tyron Smith - T - Cowboys

The Cowboys hope RT Tyron Smith can "fight through" his hyperextended knee.

It's a 2-4 week injury, but the Cowboys are encouraged by his history of playing through pain at USC. "He's doing better, day to day," coach Jason Garrett said. "He responded well to the treatment." Jermey Parnell is working with the first team in Smith's absence from practice.
Source: San Antonio Express-News
Thu, Sep 8, 2011 05:43:00 PM

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