The Dallas Cowboys haven’t suffered any serious injuries which should derail a key player for a long time, but they are certainly racking up worrisome minor nicks and bruises. On Friday it was reported All-Pro left tackle Tyron Smith will not make an appearance in the Week 2 match up with the Los Angeles Rams.

The issue was a common one for Smith, back discomfort according to team insider Mickey Spagnola on an appearance on the home of the Cowboys, 105.3 The Fan. Smith apparently didn’t travel with the team.

Didn't make the trip either https://t.co/JoVfX8qOUq — Shan Shariff (@1053SS) August 16, 2019

Smith has missed three games apiece in the last three seasons and managing his health is a huge concern for Dallas moving forward.

When he is right and on the field, Smith as good as any offensive linemen in the league. but despite Smith’s claims of an impeccable bill of health earlier in training camp, his back that has bothered him in spurts throughout his eight-year career will likely never be totally right again.

Right guard Zack Martin also didn’t travel with the team, and instead headed back to Dallas for rehab on his back.

The deepest roster in recent memory that has been bandied about is about to be tested as the Cowboys’ injury list continues to grow. This is a situation that bears monitoring as they prepare for the games that count.