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Cowboys Face Jets with Key Injuries to Offense

10/4/2025

Summary

Story summary

The Dallas Cowboys will face the New York Jets on Sunday, missing at least three starting offensive linemen due to injuries.
Left tackle Tyler Guyton is out with a concussion, and center Cooper Beebe is on injured reserve with a foot injury.
Rookie right guard Tyler Booker is sidelined with a high ankle sprain.
Left guard Tyler Smith is questionable after missing practice all week due to a knee injury.
Nate Thomas will start at left tackle, while Pro Bowl wide receiver CeeDee Lamb and kick returner KaVontae Turpin are also unavailable.

History

Historical Context

The NFL introduced the salary cap in 1989 to promote competitive balance among teams, significantly impacting player management. This change enabled franchises like the Dallas Cowboys to secure talent, leading to three Super Bowl victories in the 1990s. Today, injuries to players such as Tyler Guyton and Cooper Beebe underscore the ongoing challenges teams face in navigating financial constraints while maintaining performance.

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Story summary

The Dallas Cowboys will face the New York Jets on Sunday, missing at least three starting offensive linemen due to injuries.
Left tackle Tyler Guyton is out with a concussion, and center Cooper Beebe is on injured reserve with a foot injury.
Rookie right guard Tyler Booker is sidelined with a high ankle sprain.
Left guard Tyler Smith is questionable after missing practice all week due to a knee injury.
Nate Thomas will start at left tackle, while Pro Bowl wide receiver CeeDee Lamb and kick returner KaVontae Turpin are also unavailable.

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