Travis Frederick was on hand for the start of the Cowboys’ offseason program this week, a major step forward for the All-Pro center. Frederick missed the entire 2018 season as he battled Guillain-Barré Syndrome, but he appears to be on track to play in 2019. 
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“It’s just great to have him working out again. Last year, I think it was well-documented, he did a great job of being kind of another coach,” said teammate Zack Martin. “But to see him back out there working out, you can definitely see a little bounce in his step.”
The voluntary April program focuses on conditioning, which should give the 28-year-old an opportunity to get back into shape. Then, in May, he’ll partake in on-field work during OTAs.
Before the illness, Frederick started 80 straight games for the Cowboys. He had another productive season in 2017, as Pro Football Focus ranked him third among eligible centers. Should he suffer another setback, the Cowboys could once again call on Joe Looney, who is set to earn a base salary of just $1MM in 2019.
Good to see him back at it. Looney didn’t do half bad, either! Excellent fall back option!