The Dallas Cowboys’ 2022 first-round pick Tyler Smith is impressing the coaching staff with his reps as both an offensive tackle and guard. The 24th overall selection presented mixed reactions from fans and analysts. Experts suggested that Dallas should have drafted Jermaine Johnson to replace Randy Gregory and improve their much-needed pass rush troubles. However, the Cowboys have had their eyes on Smith, and Dallas loves what they have seen. Smith’s strength is his run blocking. Pro Football Focus graded him with a 93.9 run-blocking grade, ranking the highest among any American Athletic Conference offensive tackle. His ability to hook…
Author: Julius Luchs
Julius Luchs
Julius Luchs has been writing for Gridiron Heroics since June 2022, covering the Dallas Cowboys and other football topics. He just graduated from Florida Tech with a Multiplatform Journalism Degree. Julius is attending Iona College to get his MA in Sports Communication and Media beginning in the fall of 2022.
