Tyler Smith: Everything you need to know

Smith underwent minor cleanup surgery on his right knee after the Pro Bowl, Todd Archer of ESPN reports. With Smith now over two weeks removed from the procedure, the report indicates that the Cowboys' left guard is expected to be 100 percent before the start of the team's offseason program in April. The 2022 first-rounder appeared in 16 regular-season games in 2025 en route to earning his third straight Pro Bowl nod.

Smith will have his knee injury evaluated by team doctors to determine whether surgery is needed, Nick Harris of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports. Smith sustained a knee injury during training camp in August, though he managed to start in 16 regular-season games despite being a mainstay on the Cowboys' injury report. He could get an operation during the offseason to help with his recovery, but he could also be looking at a position change from left guard to left tackle after filling in for Tyler Guyton (ankle) at the latter position, per Todd Archer of ESPN.com. It looks to be a busy offseason for Smith, who signed a four-year, $96 million contract extension with Dallas in mid-September.

Smith (knee) was a full participant at practice Thursday, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports. Smith was able to log a full practice after opening the week as a limited participant Wednesday with a knee injury. The 24-year-old appears to be all set to go for Sunday's regular-season finale against the Giants.