Young All-Pro LG Issues Warning: He Could Be the Next to Leave If Cowboys’ Front Office Keeps Playing Games With Contracts

Young All-Pro LG Issues Warning: He Could Be the Next to Leave If Cowboys’ Front Office Keeps Playing Games With Contracts

As the Micah Parsons contract drama continues to dominate headlines and rattle the Dallas Cowboys’ locker room, another rising star has subtly stepped forward with a warning of his own — Tyler Smith, the Cowboys’ standout offensive lineman, has hinted that he could be the next player looking to leave if the front office doesn’t change its ways.

Smith, just 24 years old, has rapidly become one of the NFL’s most promising young offensive linemen. Since being selected in the first round of the 2022 Draft, he has proven his value with his versatility — excelling at both left tackle and left guard. In 2024, he earned All-Pro honors and was widely recognized as one of the league’s premier guards.

Though Smith is still under his rookie deal, his recent comments suggest growing frustration with how the Cowboys handle their business. When asked about Micah Parsons’ ongoing dispute, Tyler didn’t hold back:

“I think everyone’s seeing how things are being handled. If it doesn’t change, I’ll have to seriously consider my future too.”

Short and sharp, the message was clear: Parsons isn’t the only one questioning the integrity of the team’s contract negotiations. While Tyler has typically remained quiet and focused, his tone has shifted — and it speaks volumes about the atmosphere inside the building.

Sources close to the situation indicate that while formal negotiations between Smith’s camp and the Cowboys haven’t started, preliminary conversations have taken place. But like with Parsons, the front office has shown no urgency to engage or build trust — a pattern that’s beginning to wear thin on key players.

Analysts warn that if the Cowboys continue operating with a lack of transparency and respect, they risk losing not just their defensive centerpiece, but also a foundational piece of their offensive line.

Tyler Smith has never been a diva. He’s never complained, never caused waves — always shown up, done the work, and represented the team with professionalism. If even someone like him is feeling uneasy, the Cowboys may be heading for a much deeper problem than a single contract dispute. They may be slowly dismantling the very core of the team they’ve worked so hard to build.