The Dallas Cowboys could be missing two key linebackers in Sunday’s game against the Los Angeles Rams, so they are calling upon a fullback to help fill some of the void.
With Sean Lee (hamstring) unlikely to play and Anthony Hitchens (knee) questionable at best, the Cowboys are planning to have fullback Keith Smith play some snaps at linebacker in addition to his usual position on offense.
Old school: #Cowboys will have a two-way player today, as Keith Smith will play vs. the #Rams as a linebacker and fullback. A rarity.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) October 1, 2017
The Cowboys knew both Lee and Hitchens could end up having to sit out Week 4, so they had Smith take some reps at linebacker in practice during the week.
Lee is one of the best linebackers in football when healthy, but he has struggled to stay on the field. Hitchens had a knee scope during the preseason.
