The Dallas Cowboys really have a little to play for in the Week 17 matchup with the Washington Commanders. Some fans around Cowboys Nation might be rooting against them this week due to the fact another loss will improve their draft position, but it’s unlikely the Cowboys will approach the game that way.
There are certain matchups this week that will definitely sway the game one way or another, but we decided to approach this a little differently this week since both teams don’t really have anything to play for except pride. So instead of identifying certain head-to-head matchups to keep an eye on, we decided to focus on certain Cowboys players will be watching more closely with the future in mind this week against the Commanders.
CB Shavon Revel vs. Commanders’ receivers
With Trevon Diggs likely playing his final games in Dallas and with DaRon Bland once again needing surgery on his injured foot, questions about the future of the Cowboys CB position raises a red flag. It seems to be a top priority that needs addressing in the offseason, especially since rookie Shavon Revel is a bit of a mystery still as well. After missing the majority of the season recovering from a knee injury, he was thrown into the fire once healthy. You see flashes of his talent, but the consistency sadly isn’t there yet to be too confident about his future.
LT Tyler Smith vs. Commanders’ pass rush
Whether it’s by necessity or experimentation, the Cowboys seem to be evaluating whether or not Tyler Smith’s future could be at left tackle moving forward. He not only started at LT in the loss to the Chargers in Week 16, but will continue to start there for the remainder of the season. It’s a little strange considering he’s been one of the best left guards in the league, but with nothing really to play for evaluating him once again at LT could give Dallas options as to how they want to go about addressing their offensive line for the future.
DE Donovan Ezeiruaku vs. LT Laremy Tunsil
While Donovan Ezeiruaku has had a solid rookie season, the Cowboys need more from him moving forward. With two games remaining in the regular season, he’s someone we would all like to see finish the year strong to build on for next year. That’s especially true considering he’s basically the only DE Dallas has on the roster heading into the offseason. Finishing strong against Laremy Tunsil would be a great confidence booster for him as he should be the future of the position for the foreseeable future. That’s why No. 41 is someone to keep an eye on.
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