The swing tackle: Cameron Fleming
In 2017, the Cowboys learned the importance of a good swing tackle. When Tyron Smith was hurt that season, they turned to Chaz Green — a former third-round pick from Florida. The results were devastating as Green surrendered five sacks in one game to Adrian Clayborn of the Atlanta Falcons.
He was replaced in that contest by Byron Bell, who gave up one more sack. That six-sack performance led to Dallas signing Cameron Fleming in the offseason. He started three games in 2018 for Smith and while he wasn’t the same caliber player as the Pro Bowler, Fleming did a respectable job.
He was re-signed in the offseason to a two-year deal and should continue to serve as the top tackle off the bench.
The undrafted rookie: Mitch Hyatt
Dallas had a lot of success this year in adding undrafted free agents, one of which was Clemson’s Mitch Haytt. A three-time selection to the First team All-ACC, Hyatt won two National Championships with the Tigers. He was expected to be a late-round pick but slid out of the draft altogether. Even so, it wouldn’t be surprising to see him have a long career in the NFL.
The second-year pro: Jake Campos
At 24 years of age, Jake Campos is still trying to fight for a spot in the NFL. He has yet to appear in an NFL game and needs to have a big preseason to make the roster in 2019.
Fighting for a spot: Brandon Knight, Derrick Puni
Two more undrafted free agents will be fighting for spots on the team as Dallas signed Brandon Knight out of Indiana and Derrick Puni from Central Michigan. Both have a long road to the team but could be practice squad candidates.