Cowboys' Smith to miss 4-6 weeks with thumb surgery

Dallas Cowboys left guard Tyler Smith will undergo thumb surgery and miss 4-6 weeks of the regular season, according to head coach Brian Schottenheimer. Smith will be placed on injured reserve, allowing the team to replace him on the active roster. amunra.help

TJ Bass is expected to fill in at left guard during Smith's absence. The Cowboys open their season against the Giants on Sunday night and face the Commanders, Ravens, Texans, Buccaneers, and Packers in their first six games.