3 critical observations from Cowboys' Week 1 win over the Browns

1. Tyler Guyton and Cooper Beebe are the real deal

The most important storyline going into Sunday (after Prescott signed his four-year extension) was how the offensive line looked right out of the gate. Specifically, how rookies Tyler Guyton and Cooper Beebe hold up against a stout Browns defensive line.

The team's third-round pick, Beebe had a difficult task at center dealing with seasoned veterans Shelby Harris and Dalvin Tomlinson. However, first-round pick Tyler Guyton lined up against arguably the best pass rusher in the league in Myles Garrett at left tackle.

Considering that Guyton and Beebe are both rookies that started in Week 1, and the competition they were up against, you can't help but be excited about how the duo will develop over the season and in the years to come.

Guyton and Beebe played 36-pass-blocking snaps, per The 33rd Team. Guyton gave up two pressures while Beebe pitched a shutout. It was what fans were hoping to happen, but not what was expected.

The offensive line was not as dominant in the run game, but it still did a serviceable job. Elliott ran behind Beebe a couple of times on inside runs, leading to the veteran racking up 40 rushing yards on 10 carries.

While Guyton did not make any eye-popping plays, he didn't allow any either. Preventing the reigning Defensive Player of the Year from wrecking the game alone is a big feat for Guyton. He got caught off balance on numerous occasions, but he used his length and strength to recover and protect Prescott's blindside.

Next week against the Saints, Beebe will be up against a duo of experienced run stuffers in Nathan Shephard and Khalen Saunders, as well as a young promising lineman in Bryan Bresee. The power of these linemen will test the strength of Beebe, especially on run plays.

Guyton does not catch a break as he will lock horns with Cameron Jordan. He is one of the best power edge rushers in the league although he had a career-worst season last year. When head coach Dennis Allen wants to switch around the defense, Guyton will see the likes of Carl Granderson or Chase Young.

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