CeeDee Lamb, a disgruntled wide receiver with the Cowboys, shared an intriguing video on social media. While he waits for a new contract, CeeDee Lamb is continuing to work hard.
The standout receiver for the Dallas Cowboys said that although he waits to be called back to rejoin his teammates, he has been “grinding” in preparation for the season.
Throughout his protracted boycott, which has caused him to miss two preseason games and all of training camp, Lamb has been silent.He shared a video on social media on Friday, August 23, expressing his predicament.
Lamb stated in the video, “We grind until we get that call. Still waiting on it.” “Be the best version of myself and control what I can.” The Cowboys are optimistic that they can work out a deal with Lamb before the September 8 start of the new campaign. In the last year of his rookie contract, Lamb will make almost $18 million the following season.
He wants a big agreement that will pay him nearly as much as the league’s best receivers. At $35 million a season, wide receiver Justin Jefferson of the Minnesota Vikings is now the highest paid non-quarterback.
Cowboys Not ‘Far Apart’ on Deal With CeeDee Lamb
It’s been a wild ride negotiating with Lamb. Reps for Lamb and the Cowboys recently spoke over the phone, according to Calvin Watkins of The Dallas Morning News. Dallas offered Lamb about $33 million annually, but he is demanding more.
There are still undetermined elements of the arrangement, such as cash flow, guarantees, and duration. Adam Schefter of ESPN, however, believes the team is getting close to a deal.
On August 20, Schefter stated on “The Pat McAfee Show” that “I think the two sides aren’t that far apart on a deal.” “I don’t believe it should be that hard, but once more… This has not gone as planned because he is still not there and has not completed camp.
According to what I hear, the two sides aren’t all that far apart, and CeeDee Lamb and others think that they will find a way to put their differences aside so that she can attend Week 1.
Lamb finished last season with a league-high 135 receptions for 1,749 yards and 12 touchdowns.
Cowboys Not Worried About CeeDee Lamb Being Prepared
Lamb has been getting ready for the season on his own and hasn’t been with the team. Even if it comes down to the wire, the Cowboys have stated that they are not concerned about Lamb being ready to go when the season begins. “CeeDee is missed.” We adore CeeDee. When he gets here, he’ll be fantastic. August 9: “He’s in the middle of a business situation,” said Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy. “Everything that occurs in fight club seems to stay in fight club. It is his business what occurs in the corporate world. Yes, we are completely confident in his work ethic and know that he will arrive at the office prepared to work and go as soon as the opportunity arises.
Lamb’s Cowboys teammates have also expressed support for the All-Pro pass-catcher.
Whether he likes it or not, CeeDee is a member of this brotherhood. He is aware that he will never leave. The business side, they will take care of it, without a doubt, linebacker Micheal Parsons stated on August 13 on the Cowboys’ official website. “He will be suiting up for the Dallas Cowboys on Week 1.” On Saturday, August 24, the Cowboys play their last preseason game against the Los Angeles Chargers. The Cleveland Browns will be their first opponent in the regular season.
