Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb has been absent from the team’s training camp as contract negotiations continue. Team owner Jerry Jones recently mentioned that he does not feel a sense of urgency to finalize a deal with Lamb at the moment. In response, Lamb took a light-hearted approach by simply writing “Lol” on X. The Cowboys have moved Lamb to the Reserved/Did Not Report list as he continues to hold out.
Lamb, who is due $17.9 million in 2024 on his rookie contract’s fifth-year option, has been a standout player for the Cowboys with three consecutive Pro Bowl appearances and his first All-Pro selection in 2023. However, he is not the only player on the team looking for a new contract. Quarterback Dak Prescott and linebacker Micah Parsons are also in line for significant deals.
In the wide receiver market, contracts have been lucrative, with players like Justin Jefferson, A.J. Brown, Amon-Ra St. Brown, and Tyreek Hill all signing big-money extensions. Lamb’s potential deal will likely be influenced by these recent signings. As negotiations continue, the Cowboys are preparing for the upcoming season without Lamb’s presence in training camp.
Coach Mike McCarthy emphasized that Lamb’s contract situation is a business matter and that the team will be ready to integrate him back into the lineup once a deal is reached. With the season approaching, the Cowboys are focused on getting Lamb up to speed and ready to contribute on the field. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story as the Cowboys navigate contract talks with their star wide receiver.