Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott Pays Tribute to Tyron Smith Following Retirement Announcement and..

In the wake of veteran offensive tackle Tyron Smith’s retirement announcement, Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott offered an emotional tribute to his longtime teammate and protector.

Smith, a cornerstone of the Cowboys’ offensive line for over a decade, officially announced his retirement after 13 seasons in the NFL. A first-round draft pick in 2011, Smith built a Hall-of-Fame-worthy career anchored in strength, consistency, and leadership — earning eight Pro Bowl nods and two First-Team All-Pro selections.

Prescott, who has shared the field with Smith since becoming the Cowboys’ starter in 2016, didn’t hold back his admiration. “There’s no way to really put into words what Tyron has meant to this team and to me personally,” Prescott said. “He’s been a warrior. A quiet leader. And the kind of guy who gave everything — every single snap — to keep us moving forward.”

Prescott shared a heartfelt message on social media, posting a photo of the two embracing after a game, captioned: “You were the wall I leaned on, the shield that let me lead. Love you, big bro.”

Smith’s retirement marks the end of an era for the Cowboys’ once-dominant offensive line, which also featured other stalwarts like Zack Martin and Travis Frederick. With Smith’s departure, Prescott acknowledged the emotional toll of losing yet another key figure from that iconic unit. “We built something special. That bond doesn’t go away just because the jersey comes off.”

Though the Cowboys are preparing to reshape their offensive line for the future, Prescott made it clear: “Tyron’s legacy won’t just be in the stats or the wins. It’s in the culture he helped build. I’ll carry that with me every time I step on the field.”

Smith is expected to sign a ceremonial one-day contract to retire as a Dallas Cowboy, a move fans and teammates alike will celebrate as a fitting farewell to one of the franchise’s all-time greats.