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The Offensive linemen are the unsung heroes of the Dallas Cowboys’ Organization. Without these unique players performing at their best, carrying out their primary function of protecting the quarterback and blocking, every game would be counted as a loss. The Cowboy offensive line is unique, and here are six things you probably didn’t know about them.

1. Age Difference

Travis Frederick was 8 years old when Brian Waters started in the NFL in 1999. The age difference is astounding when you put it in that perspective, but the elder player is helping shape the rookie and helping gel his good habits on the field. Frederick pays attention to all “those little tidbits of information that he can give”.