Cowboys Rookie Faces HUGE Test! Booker vs. Eagles' Carter Tonight!

Get ready for a Thursday night showdown as Dallas Cowboys rookie guard Tyler Booker prepares to make his NFL debut against the Philadelphia Eagles. All eyes will be on Booker as he steps into the shoes of the legendary Zack Martin, who retired this offseason. But his first task is no easy feat: going head-to-head with Eagles' Pro Bowl defensive tackle Jalen Carter.

Booker's Ready for the Challenge

Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer expressed confidence in Booker's readiness. "You guys know Book, man," Schottenheimer said. "He's excited about the option to go play football. He's played against great players... Book is ready for the challenge, and it'll be a fun one to watch."

Booker himself seems unfazed by the pressure. "He's a great player and I'm very excited to play against him," Booker stated. "I'm just approaching it like I've approached every other game since college. It's the most important game because it's the next game. I'm very much looking forward to Thursday."

Carter: A Force to Be Reckoned With

Jalen Carter is no pushover. He earned his first Pro Bowl selection in 2024, racking up 4.5 sacks, 16 QB hits, and 6 passes defensed. His quickness and power make him a nightmare for interior offensive linemen. According to Next Gen Stats, Carter had 20 quick QB pressures last year, ranking third among defensive tackles.

The Connecticut native, Booker, played college football at Alabama and was an All-American. He was drafted by the Cowboys in the first round of the NFL Draft. He's looking to make an immediate impact. Booker also gives back to his community by hosting a football camp in New Haven every summer.

Can Booker hold his own against Carter? Tune in tonight to find out! The game kicks off at 8:20 p.m. on NBC.