Dallas Cowboys' offensive line ranks No. 22 as they prepare for a crucial showdown against the San Francisco 49ers, with injuries to key players on both sides.
The Dallas Cowboys are searching for answers after a brutal 47-9 loss to the Detroit Lions in Week 6, their worst defeat in over a decade. Coming off their bye in Week 7, the team is aiming to regroup as they prepare for a challenging Week 8 matchup against the San Francisco 49ers.
Injuries have plagued the Cowboys, particularly along the offensive line, which has struggled to provide consistent protection.
Projected starters for Week 8 include Tyler Smith, T.J. Bass, Cooper Beebe, Zack Martin, and Terence Steele, all of whom must step up against the 49ers’ formidable defense. As the Cowboys look to bounce back, they will be hopeful for the return of key defenders Micah Parsons and DaRon Bland, though both remain questionable.
Per Pro Football Focus (PFF), the Cowboys' offensive line ranks No. 22 in the league, allowing 67 pressures, including 13 sacks, on 258 dropbacks this season. With a PFF pass-blocking efficiency rating of 84.5, the unit has faced challenges, particularly with injuries disrupting the lineup. Standout players like left tackle Tyler Smith, who earned a 75.5 overall PFF grade (ranking 11th among guards), and right tackle Terence Steele, with an impressive 83.0 run-blocking grade, have shown potential, but the group as a whole has underperformed.
