Overview

• Cross underwent successful surgery to repair a dislocated finger and is expected to be ready for the regular-season opener on September 7.
• He had practiced through the injury before opting for the procedure during the preseason window.
• Swing tackle Josh Jones has taken first-team reps while McClendon Curtis and undrafted rookie Michael Jerrell compete for left tackle opportunities.
• Cross’s temporary absence coincides with the installation of Mike Macdonald and Ryan Grubb’s new offensive scheme.
• A 2022 first-round pick, Cross started all 17 games in 2024 and has his fifth-year contract option secured as the line’s anchor.