I mentioned this combo block by Smith during the game in the game thread. This is unreal, picture perfect combo blocking. Craziest part is he did it even better earlier in the game in my second link.
https://twitter.com/BaldyNFL/status/1727824911253557544?t=3xEPGSJwtGjy6NmYS-Z2kQ&s=19
Look at the reach block after Tyler crashes down on the 1 tech. That reach is what springs the play. Smith is playing as high level as any guard in the league.
https://twitter.com/DomWWhite/status/1727846805595898198?t=_JLdKbzaj1NQrjSsbh_CUw&s=19
I remember so many pundits and fans bitching about the pick. He is easily the best offensive lineman from his draft already. One thing the Cowboys never miss on is late first round offensive lineman(Frederick, Smith, Martin) or undrafted ones rofl(Steele, Collins,). Travis Frederick was hugely maligned as a massive reach as well late in first. He only ended up being the best center in football for several years. Martin nothing even needs to be said at this point.
The penalty thing was worrying to me, I’ll admit. It usually means the player is lacking in at minimum technique or at worst ability. In the end, it was just maturity and having the right coaches and teammates around the kid. It also helps his work ethic is second to none and he hangs on Martin and Tyron’s every word.