Cowboys starting lineman 'finishing up' concussion protocol, closer to return

The Dallas Cowboys' offensive line has been struggling with injuries in recent weeks, with four of the team's five starters missing NFL Week 5's win over the New York Jets.

However, they received some positive injury news from head coach Brian Schottenheimer on Wednesday afternoon.

Schottenheimer was speaking to the media when he was asked about the status of starting left tackle Tyler Guyton, who has been dealing with a concussion.

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According to Schottenheimer, Guyton is "finishing up" concussion protocol and will "hopefully will be out soon."

Dallas Cowboys offensive tackle Tyler Guyton goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility | Chris Jones-Imagn Images

Guyton entered concussion protocol following the team's Week 4 tie with the Green Bay Packers.

The team was already without Cooper Beebe, who is dealing with a foot sprain, first-round pick Tyler Booker, who is dealing with a high-ankle sprain, and All-Pro Tyler Smith, who is battling a knee injury.

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The Cowboys offensive line held up in Week 5 against the Jets despite the injuries, but returning starters is always a positive boost.

Dallas Cowboys offensive tackle Tyler Guyton goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility | Chris Jones-Imagn Images

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