Rookie left tackle Tyler Guyton of the Cowboys is about to face a baptism by fire as he steps onto the NFL stage. With a start on Sunday against the Cleveland Browns, Guyton will find himself locking horns with none other than the reigning defensive player of the year, Myles Garrett.
It’s a tall order for the young rookie, who will be tasked with keeping Garrett at bay and protecting quarterback Dak Prescott. But Guyton is embracing the challenge, seeing it as an opportunity to prove himself early on in his career. Drawing on his experiences against tough opponents in the preseason and going up against teammate Micah Parsons in practice, Guyton feels prepared for the test that awaits him.
In his own words, Guyton remarked, “You get to gauge yourself as a player. I’ve played against Micah [Parsons] and Maxx Crosby, now I get to block Myles Garrett. I feel like I’m going to be myself and see what I can do and what I can’t.”
The Cowboys have a track record of success when it comes to drafting and developing offensive linemen, and they have high hopes for Guyton. While there may be some bumps along the road as he faces off against one of the league’s best pass rushers, Sunday’s game will be a valuable learning experience for the rookie.
As the Cowboys look to continue their tradition of producing top-tier offensive linemen, all eyes will be on Tyler Guyton as he takes on the challenge of facing Myles Garrett in his NFL debut. It’s a trial by fire, but one that could shape Guyton’s future in the league.
