{"id":763729,"date":"2026-06-27T12:58:20","date_gmt":"2026-06-27T12:58:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/763729\/"},"modified":"2026-06-27T12:58:20","modified_gmt":"2026-06-27T12:58:20","slug":"cowboys-named-landing-spot-for-ex-pro-bowl-left-tackle-amid-uninspiring-competition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/763729\/","title":{"rendered":"Cowboys Named Landing Spot for Ex-Pro Bowl Left Tackle Amid Uninspiring Competition"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Dallas Cowboys are supposed to be having a competition<\/a> at the left tackle position between Tyler Guyton and Nate Thomas.<\/p>\n

Guyton has been a massive disappointment over his two years in the NFL. When he has been healthy, Guyton hasn’t been effective and it’s only right that the Cowboys challenge him in 2026.<\/p>\n

However, it doesn’t look like there has been much of a battle.<\/a> The Athletic’s Jon Machota reports Guyton is the “clear favorite”<\/a> over Thomas and has been getting all of the first-team reps at the position.<\/p>\n

In order to truly ensure they have the right guy for the job, Dallas should seriously consider bringing in better competition, and there is a very good option on the free-agent market for that cause.<\/p>\n

Cowboys named landing spot for Taylor Decker\"Detroit<\/p>\n

Former Detroit Lions tackle Taylor Decker. | David Reginek-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

NFL Trade Rumors’ Ethan Woodie named different landing spots<\/a> for former Detroit Lions and current free-agent left tackle Taylor Decker and the Cowboys were among them.<\/p>\n

Woodie is even more bullish on Decker than we are and thinks the veteran would be an instant upgrade over Guyton instead of simply being added competition.<\/p>\n

“Signing Decker wouldn’t solve any of the Cowboys’ long-term questions at left tackle, but he would be an upgrade over Guyton right away,” Woodie writes.<\/p>\n

Why the Lions cut Taylor Decker\"Detroit<\/p>\n

Detroit Lions executive vice president and general manager Brad Holmes head coach Dan Campbell. | Eric Seals \/ USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images<\/p>\n

Decker was a very reliable left tackle for the Lions during his 10 seasons there. He was never elite, but he was a Pro Bowler and better than most left tackles in the sport.<\/p>\n

But Decker had a down year in 2025, and that led to the Lions wanting him to take a pay cut, something Decker did not take kindly to.<\/p>\n

After the two sides failed to come to an agreement, Decker asked for his release<\/a> and the Lions granted it to him.<\/p>\n

Is Taylor Decker better than Tyler Guyton?\"Detroit<\/p>\n

Detroit Lions left tackle Taylor Decker. | Junfu Han \/ USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images<\/p>\n

The numbers back up Woodie saying Decker would be an upgrade over Guyton.<\/p>\n

Yes, Decker had a down year in 2025 and while many would point to his age (32) and a possible decline, it’s only fair we point out he was battling a shoulder injury<\/a> throughout the season, so that could’ve been at least part of the problem for the veteran.<\/p>\n

That said, Decker’s numbers were still better than Guyton’s. The former Pro Bowler posted Pro Football Focus grades<\/a> of 69.5 in pass-blocking, 62.1 in run-blocking and 67.9 overall in 14 contests. He also allowed two sacks and 33 pressures.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, Guyton had a 50 pass-blocking grade, a 64.9 in run-blocking and a 57.5 overall and surrendered two sacks and 31 pressures in 10 games.<\/p>\n

Even if you want to subscribe to the notion that Decker is on the decline, a diminished Decker might still be better than Guyton.<\/p>\n

Should the Cowboys sign Decker?\"Dallas<\/p>\n

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones. | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

Dallas absolutely should have interest in Decker<\/a>, assuming they can actually afford him.<\/p>\n

Lest we forget, the Cowboys have concerns at both tackle spots<\/a> because Terence Steele has been a shell of himself since signing a lucrative extension. Dallas is going to have major issues if both Steele and Guyton are ineffective.<\/p>\n

Adding Decker gives the Cowboys another option for both tackle spots and only improves the team’s chances of not getting stuck with an ineffective player at one of the bookends. <\/p>\n

This season is just too important for Dallas to leave anything to chance, so signing Decker should be a priority for the Cowboys ahead of training camp.<\/p>\n

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