The Dallas Cowboys certainly said more farewells than hellos this offseason, some more eloquently than others.
Among their losses was center Tyler Biadasz, who went on the open market and went to the Washington Commanders, now led by former Cowboys defensive coordinator Dan Quinn.
On Tuesday, he said his final goodbye to Dallas and its fans in a post on his Instagram account.
December 12, 2021; Landover, Maryland, USA.Dallas Cowboys guard Zach Martin (70) and center Tyler
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“Leaving the Dallas Cowboys is bittersweet as it marks the end of a great chapter in my football life,” Biadasz wrote. “Ever since I was a kid, I've dreamed of being drafted into the NFL, and on April 25, 2020, that dream became a reality. For the past four years, I've had the privilege of being a part of a great team. There were so many unforgettable moments.”
Biadasz was originally a fourth-round pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. After limited action in 2020, he became the Cowboys' typical average starter, ranking 14th, 21st, and 13th, respectively, in Pro Football Focus' offensive grade among starting centers.
Biadasz is consistent and durable and helped provide continuity up front during his time in Dallas. He also showed growth in discipline, reducing his penalties from 11 in 2021 to five and three over the next two seasons.
“Although we may not have achieved our ultimate goal of winning a championship, I am very grateful for the success we experienced and the bonds we formed with our coaches and teammates,” he continued. “I especially want to thank the Jones family for making it all possible.”
Biadasz left a hole in the middle of the Cowboys' offensive line that is now filled by a combination of Brock Hoffman, TJ Bass, and Dakoda Shepley. This time, many mocked the Dallas center, including presumed early-round prospects like Graham Burton, Jackson Powers-Johnson, and Zach Frazier.
Jones and the Cowboys are largely through free agency, but a small move could be on the table if he wants to go elsewhere come draft day.
The cost of losing Biadasz isn't just felt on Dallas' roster, but their intradistrict rival is now better and poised to be a bigger threat twice a year for the Cowboys as the rebuild progresses. It looks like it is.
In Washington, Biadasz will likely help in protection to take some of the burden off the rookie quarterback's shoulders.
“As I move on to my next chapter with the Washington Commanders, I continue to carry with me the lessons learned and fond memories from my time with the Cowboys,” Biadasz concluded. “While I am excited about the new opportunities that lie ahead, I will always have a special place in my heart for the Dallas Cowboys and the fans who have supported me throughout this journey.
“Thank you for everything.”
