"To date, Thomas has played a total of 199 offensive snaps for the Cowboys and has started twice so far this season. He's played 176 of the snaps at left tackle and 23 at right tackle, committing only two penalties and surrendering just one QB sack according to Pro Football Focus. As an injury fill-in and spot starter, he's been invaluable."
"Thinking back to just a few years ago when Tyron Smith was still holding down the starting job at left tackle, the importance of a dependable swing tackle was undeniable. It was almost a given he would miss a few games each year due to injuries, making the swing tackle position all the more important. To have had a player with Thomas' ability would've done wonders then, but at least Dallas has him now to step in when needed."
Nate Thomas is a second-year offensive tackle who has performed strongly as a backup swing tackle. He filled in at left tackle on Thanksgiving in Week 13 and maintained play quality with no noticeable drop-off. Thomas has played 199 offensive snaps for the Cowboys and started twice, with 176 snaps at left tackle and 23 at right tackle. He committed only two penalties and surrendered one sack, according to Pro Football Focus. Coaches Klayton Adams and Conor Riley moved Thomas from inside guard to offensive tackle, where he settled into a natural position and secured the swing tackle role.
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