OTAs/Position Battles & Injury Updates
Key Questions
What are the key position battles on the Cowboys offensive line?
Left tackle features competition between Guyton, Shelton, and Nate Thomas, while right tackle remains open with Steele's 23 sacks allowed last season. Tyler Smith is ranked as the top interior offensive lineman by ESPN.
Who is competing for the backup quarterback role?
Milton and Howell are the primary competitors for QB2, with any Shedeur Sanders trade rumors having been debunked.
What updates exist on the Cowboys running back depth chart?
Blue is gaining momentum for the RB2 spot while Mafah continues to emerge as a challenger behind the lead back.
Which wide receivers are fighting for roster spots?
Flournoy appears locked in at WR3, while MVS is on the bubble, Holden is emerging, and Smith is receiving positive buzz for WR4.
What is the status of the tight end room behind Ferguson?
Schoonmaker's roster spot is precarious as Spann-Ford and Trigg push for opportunities in the battle behind Ferguson.
Are there notable injury concerns heading into training camp?
Hennessy is on IR, Thompson is dealing with a pec injury, and Houston is limited in participation.
What offseason grade did the Cowboys receive for their defensive rebuild?
The team earned a B+ for the defensive rebuild, though concerns remain at cornerback and left tackle.
What is the latest on Liufau's role with the Cowboys?
Liufau is converting to edge and has drawn trade speculation for a late draft pick.
Key competitions: LT (Guyton shaky, Shelton emerging, Nate Thomas challenging; O-line ranked 18th by Warren Sharp; Tyler Smith elite guard and LT contingency; now ranked #1 interior OL by ESPN), RT (Steele allowed 23 sacks, Werder denies Schottenheimer committed to him, position open), QB2 (Milton vs Howell; Shedeur Sanders rumor debunked), RB2 (Blue gaining momentum, Mafah emerging), WR3 (Flournoy locked), WR4 (MVS on bubble; Holden emerging; Smith getting buzz), TE (Schoonmaker's roster spot precarious; Spann-Ford and Trigg pushing; TE battle behind Ferguson noted), CB (Revel on bubble but redemption arc possible; Bland under pressure; Durant under pressure; Devin Moore deep sleeper), MLB (Overshown green dot, Barham emerging; new LB from 49ers; Winters on bubble; Bobby Wagner speculation). Injuries: Hennessy IR, Thompson pec, Houston limited. Training camp schedule set. Latest: Liufau edge conversion and trade speculation for late pick. Offseason grades give B+ for defensive rebuild, note CB and LT concerns. Positive vibe article highlights no contract drama, Quinnen Williams anchor, O-line continuity.