Cowboys’ Joe Looney, Tyron Smith out vs. Giants
The Dallas Cowboys confirmed the unfortunate news on Friday, announcing that left tackle Tyron Smith is not only out against the New York Giants in Week 5, but that he will miss the remainder of the season with a neck injury.
Smith, who did not practice at all this week, was listed on the team’s final injury report, but will soon head to injured reserve.
In addition to Smith, starting center Joe Looney is also out against the Giants after missing practice this week with a knee injury.
In Smith’s place, Brandon Knight is expected to draw the start, while Tyler Biadasz will likely step in and start at center.
The offensive line has long been one of Dallas’ greatest assets, so to lose two starters ahead of a game against the Giants will certainly hurt.
On the plus side for Dallas, defensive ends DeMarcus Lawrence (knee), Tyrone Crawford (ankle) and Dorance Armstrong (knee), and cornerback Trevon Diggs (shoulder/knee) did not receive designations and are expected to play.
