Overview
- The Cowboys opened Tyler Smith’s 21‑day practice window Monday, and he took limited reps as the club begins on‑field evaluation.
- Smith said he thinks it is possible he could play on Thursday but must complete live work in the short week before coaches make a call.
- Opening the window gives Dallas until Oct. 26 to activate Smith to the 53‑man roster under NFL injured‑reserve rules and counts toward the team’s limited season activations.
- Dallas must weigh Smith’s quick return against thin defensive depth after coach Brian Schottenheimer said DeMarvion Overshown is trending but Cobie Durant is likely out for Week 5.
- Smith’s return would restore a three‑time Pro Bowler to the interior line that T.J. Bass has been filling, potentially improving run blocking and pass protection on a compressed practice schedule.