Cowboys defensive line coach Jeff Zgonina met with reporters today and provided updates on second year defensive tackle Mazi Smith’s progress during training camp.
Zgonina expressed optimism about Smith’s adaptation to the Cowboys’ defensive scheme while acknowledging the need for improved conditioning.
“He’s doing good,” Zgonina said. “He’s learning a new style. We’re a little bit different than they were last year. He’s learning. He’s trying new things. We’re trying to get the right fit for him.”
Zgonina acknowledged Smith’s need to improve his conditioning after recovering from an injury, but expressed optimism about his development.
“He’s doing well.” Zgonina said. “He’s gotta get his conditioning going because he’s coming off the injury. But he’s in a good spot. We just gotta keep getting better and better every day, that’s why we come to training camp.”