Dallas Cowboys star wide receiver CeeDee Lamb has finally ended his summer standoff and secured a lucrative contract extension with the team. The deal, worth a whopping $136 million over four years, includes $100 million guaranteed and a record-breaking $38 million signing bonus. This news was first reported by NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero on Monday.
Lamb had been holding out from Cowboys activities since OTAs, using his absence as leverage in negotiations for a new contract. His prolonged absence from the team made headlines and raised questions about his future with the organization. However, after months of back and forth, Lamb and the Cowboys have reached a mutually beneficial agreement that will keep the star receiver in Dallas for the foreseeable future.
Owner Jerry Jones initially caused some tension by expressing a lack of urgency to get Lamb’s deal done earlier in the summer. This led to a brief exchange on social media between the two, but ultimately, a resolution was reached. As the preseason came to a close, it became clear that both sides were committed to reaching an agreement before the start of the regular season.
With the contract now in place, Lamb can focus on his on-field performance and helping lead the Cowboys to success. In just four years in the NFL, Lamb has already established himself as one of the league’s most dynamic playmakers. His impressive stats include 395 receptions for 5,145 yards and 32 receiving touchdowns, with his standout season coming in 2023 (135 catches, 1,749 yards, 12 touchdowns).
Lamb’s impact on the Cowboys’ offense cannot be overstated, and his new deal reflects his value to the team. Unlike some past negotiations in Dallas, there was never any doubt that Lamb deserved to be rewarded with a lucrative contract. With his future secured, he can now focus on delivering on the field and helping the Cowboys chase a championship in the upcoming season.
