Don't start penciling in the for a tight end in those just yet. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, at the introductory pre s conference for first-round pick Leighton Vander Esch, briefly addre sed speculation and rumors that longtime Cowboys tight end will retire and join ESPN as an analyst for "Monday Night Football."In short, Jerry said that he spoke with Witten and that no final decision about
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Jalen Smith Jersey I've talked to Jason Witten several times this week, met with him a few hours ago and we've had great discu sions. He has some things to think about and discu s with his family and he'll need a few more days of consideration. No final decision made on retirement. Brandon George (@DMN_George) Via Jon Machota of the , here's a video of Jerry's full statement: Jerry Jones statement on Jason Witten Jon Machota (@jonmachota) In the
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Phoenix Suns Hoodie we could see both preseason star and backup take over larger roles at tight end. That still would'nt give them the most inspiring mix of weapons on the outside, so we should be on the lookout for them to add talent at those positions at some point during the draft, even if it's not Friday.