NFL news roundup: Cowboys activate guard Tyler Smith from IR for Thursday's game vs. Buccaneers
Cowboys activate guard Tyler Smith for Thursday game as lineup reshuffles amid illness and roster cuts
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The Dallas Cowboys have activated guard Tyler Smith from the injured reserve list, making him eligible to play in Thursday Night Football against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and thereby expanding their offensive line options as the team prepares for a late‑season test. The activation coincides with the team's decision to waive wide receiver Demercado, elevate two defensive backs from the practice squad, and cope with the illness of lineman Porter, leaving the Cowboys to adjust their depth chart before kickoff.
Newsday, the Cowboys’ official site, Yahoo Sports and NFL.com all confirm these moves.
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Coverage (7)
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Cowboys Add 2 in Roster Shuffle Before Week 5 vs. BuccaneersYahoo Sports · 10h ago
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Thursday Night Football: Cowboys LG Tyler Smith is activeNBC Sports · 10h ago
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Updates: Demercado waived, 2 DBs elevatedDallas Cowboys | Official Site of the Dallas Cowboys · 10h ago
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The obvious questions
Which player was activated from injured reserve for the Thursday Night Football game?
Guard Tyler Smith was activated from the Cowboys' injured reserve list.
Which Cowboys player is out with illness ahead of the game?
Linemen Porter is listed as out with illness.
What other roster moves did the Cowboys make prior to the Thursday game?
The team waived wide receiver Demercado and elevated two defensive backs from the practice squad.
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