History of Tyron Smith in Timeline

Tyron Smith is a retired American football offensive tackle who played in the NFL from 2011 to 2024. He was drafted ninth overall by the Dallas Cowboys in 2011 after a successful college career at USC, where he won the Morris Trophy. During his 13 seasons with the Cowboys, Smith established himself as one of the league's premier offensive linemen, earning eight Pro Bowl selections and five All-Pro honors. He was also named to the NFL's 2010s All-Decade Team. He concluded his career with the New York Jets.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1966: John Niland Drafted

In 1966, John Niland was drafted fifth overall, the highest in franchise history until Tyron Smith was drafted.

1989: Jerry Jones Bought the Cowboys

In 1989, Jerry Jones bought the Dallas Cowboys; Tyron Smith was the first offensive lineman drafted in the first round since then.

December 12, 1990: Tyron Smith Born

On December 12, 1990, Tyron Jerrar Smith was born. He would later become an American professional football player.

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2006: All-State Underclass Selection

In 2006, as a junior, Tyron Smith was selected for the Cal-Hi Sports All-State Underclass second team, All-CIF Central Division first team, and Riverside Press-Enterprise All-Riverside County second team.

2008: U.S. Army All-American Bowl

In 2008, Tyron Smith played in the U.S. Army All-American Bowl.

2008: Freshman Year at USC

In 2008, Tyron Smith was the backup left offensive tackle as a freshman for the USC Trojans, appearing in 10 games.

2009: All-Pac-10 Honorable Mention

In 2009, Tyron Smith earned All-Pac-10 honorable mention and CollegeFootballNews.com Sophomore All-American honorable mention as a sophomore.

2010: USC Trojans Junior Year

In 2010, Tyron Smith appeared in twelve games as a junior at USC.

2010: Won Morris Trophy

In 2010, Tyron Smith won the Morris Trophy while playing college football for the USC Trojans.

2011: Top Offensive Tackle Prospect

In 2011, Tyron Smith was considered one of the top offensive tackle prospects in the NFL draft.

2011: Drafted by Dallas Cowboys

In 2011, Tyron Smith was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys with the ninth overall pick in the NFL draft.

2012: Switched to Starting Left Tackle

In 2012, Tyron Smith switched to starting left tackle for the Cowboys and was fined $15,000 for a horse-collar tackle.

2013: Pro Bowl Selection

Tyron Smith's seventh straight Pro Bowl selection started since 2013.

2014: Named to Pro Bowl

In 2014, Tyron Smith was named to the Pro Bowl on Team Rice and ranked 78th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2014.

2015: Contract Extension with Cowboys

In July 2015, Tyron Smith signed an eight-year, $109 million contract extension with the Cowboys and was named a Pro Bowler and first team All-Pro. He was ranked 36th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2015.

2016: Third Pro Bowl Selection

In 2016, Tyron Smith earned his third Pro Bowl selection. He was ranked 42nd by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2016.

2016: Named to 2016 All-Pro Team

In 2016, Tyron Smith was named the first team left tackle for the 2016 All-Pro Team and was named to his fourth consecutive Pro Bowl. He was ranked 18th by his peers on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2017 as the highest ranked offensive lineman.

2017: Fifth Straight Pro Bowl

In 2017, Tyron Smith was named to his fifth straight Pro Bowl. His season was marred by multiple injuries. He was ranked 39th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2018.

2017: Ranked on NFL Top 100

In 2017, Tyron Smith was ranked 18th by his peers on the NFL Top 100 Players.

2018: Ranked on NFL Top 100

In 2018, Tyron Smith was ranked 39th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players.

2019: Sixth Straight Pro Bowl

In 2019, Tyron Smith started 13 games and was named to his sixth straight Pro Bowl. He was ranked 52nd by active NFL players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2019.

2020: Named to Hall of Fame All-2010s Team

In 2020, Tyron Smith was named to the Pro Football Hall of Fame All-2010s Team. He was also ranked #78th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2020.