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On Monday morning, it was reported that starting left tackle Tyler Guyton had suffered some sort of lower-body injury. It was unclear exactly how serious the injury was, but the latest update reveals some bad news for the Dallas Cowboys' offensive lineman.
Before receiving an MRI, it was believed that Guyton, who is 24 years old, had suffered a torn ACL, according to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network. Nothing was confirmed, though, as the Cowboys' left tackle is undergoing an MRI to confirm the injury.
“Sources: Cowboys starting OT Tyler Guyton, who went down in practice today, is feared to have torn his ACL heading into the MRI. A significant blow to Dallas' offensive line if tests confirm, as big things were expected of the former first-rounder.”
Although the Cowboys feared the worst, it appears that Tyler Guyton had luck on his side. With the MRI completed, it is reported that he suffered a bone fracture in his leg, per ESPN's Adam Schefter and Todd Archer. So, Guyton has officially suffered a bone fracture, and not a torn ACL. The bone fracture has a timeline of 4-6 weeks of recovery time. So, Guyton should be able to return to action at some point in the regular season.
“Cowboys LT Tyler Guyton's ACL is intact after an MRI, per Todd Archer. He has a bone fracture that will not require surgery, and he now is expected to be out 4-6 weeks.”
Tyler Guyton was the Cowboys' first-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. He played 15 games last season, missing two due to injury, but nothing was deemed serious. He seemingly flashed the potential of possibly becoming a long-term piece at left tackle.
After suffering a bone fracture, the Cowboys may elect to sign another left tackle in free agency to replace Guyton for the short term. As of now, Asim Richards and Hakeem Adeniji will likely compete for the starting job. Tyler Guyton's injury is a setback for a franchise that is hoping for major changes in the 2025-26 campaign after struggling last season and finishing with a 7-10 record.
