Cowboys Sign T.J. Bass, Keeping Options Open

0:00From the Daily News Now Network, this is NFL News Today. Subscribe to keep up with every headline, every game. The Dallas Cowboys locked an offensive line in TJ Bass by signing his second round tender worth $5,760,000 on Tuesday. This move guarantees his salary for 2026. But it does not secure his spot on the roster, leaving room for potential trade as the team reshapes its lineup. Here this week, the Cowboys had slapped the tender on Bass back in March, along with Kicker, Brandon Aubrey. The 6'4", 325lb 26-year-old joined as an undrafted free agent for Morgan in 2023. Offensive coordinator Brian Shottenheimer praised him as a stud who could star for plenty of other teams. Right now, Bass projects as a back of guard behind all pro Tyler Smith and first-rounder Tyler Booker. Those spots are shaky with Tyler Guidon on the left and Terran Steele on the right, so the Cowboys might slide Smith outside to left tackle.

1:03That would create an opening at left guard for Bass to step up. Pro football focus ranked Bass the 30th best guard in the league last season. Team Insider see him filling three roles, a possible starter if needed, solid depth insurance, or even attractive trade bait amid free agency buzz. Meanwhile, as roster moves heat up around names like Kalei Campbell and Bobby Wagner, Bass the situation adds intrigue to Dallas's offensive line plans. Heading into the season, special thanks to our sponsor for supporting this episode. It is a pillow that plays your podcast and music without earbuds, built for listening in bed, S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com.