Tyron Smith bids farewell to the Cowboys following his decision to join the Jets, describing his journey with the team as “a lengthy and unpredictable adventure.”
Following the tearful exit of Leighton Vander Esch from the Dallas Cowboys, veteran left tackle Tyron Smith also bid the team farewell with great emotion. Smith, 33, signed a one-year contract with the New York Jets in free agency to start a new chapter in his career after playing for the Cowboys for 13 storied seasons. Smith thanked the Cowboys fans who had supported him during his incredible career in an open letter that was posted on Instagram.
Smith respectfully acknowledged in his heartfelt letter that it was difficult to distill thirteen years of treasured memories and experiences into a single letter. He talked about how his career had been a rollercoaster, with many highs and lows, but he also stressed how Cowboy Nation had always supported him no matter what.
Tyron Smith bids farewell to the Cowboys following his decision to join the Jets, describing his journey with the team as “a lengthy and unpredictable adventure.”
Speaking to the Jones family, Smith conveyed his sincere gratitude for the chance to establish himself as the iconic star of the Cowboys and the significant influence it had on both his and his family’s lives. He thought back to the thrilling ambiance of AT&T Stadium and the thunderous cheers of the supporters that accompanied his on-field victories.
Throughout his remarkable tenure with the Cowboys, Smith started 161 games and received a plethora of awards, including two first-team All-Pro selections, eight Pro Bowl selections, and a spot on the Hall of Fame’s All-2010s roster. While Smith is thrilled about the opportunity to play Aaron Rodgers defense in New York, he admits that Dallas will always hold a special place in his heart.
In closing, Smith pledged that even though he is beginning a new chapter in his football career, the connections and memories he made in Texas will last a lifetime, and he thanked the Cowboy Nation for their unwavering support.
