The Dallas Cowboys made a significant move to ensure their future success by securing one of their most valuable assets, wide receiver CeeDee Lamb, with a lucrative contract extension. The deal, finalized on Monday, places Lamb among the highest earners in the NFL, particularly outside the quarterback position.
The four-year extension, reportedly worth $136 million, not only makes Lamb the second-highest paid non-quarterback in the league, trailing only Justin Jefferson, but it also sets a new standard with a $38 million signing bonus-an unprecedented figure for a wide receiver in NFL history.
The extension has generated a buzz within the Cowboys‘ organization, with teammates and coaches expressing their excitement and relief at locking in the star wideout ahead of the upcoming season. Among those celebrating is defensive powerhouse Micah Parsons, who took to his podcast, The Edge, to publicly congratulate Lamb.
“To see a guy like CeeDee, who brings so much to this team both on and off the field, get what he deserves is incredible,” Parsons shared. “He’s not just a top player; he’s an even better teammate. This is the kind of move that strengthens our locker room and keeps us united as we chase that championship.”
Lamb’s performance last season more than justified the Cowboys’ investment. He led the league with 135 receptions, amassing an impressive 1,749 yards and scoring 12 touchdowns. His consistency and ability to rise in crucial moments were further highlighted when he racked up 115 yards in a tough playoff game against the Green Bay Packers.
Now entering his fifth season, Lamb has shown a steady progression in his career, with his stats improving each year. He has already accumulated over 5,000 receiving yards, and with this new deal in place, the Cowboys are banking on him continuing to elevate his game.
Head coach Mike McCarthy also expressed his satisfaction with the timing of the contract, which was concluded just before the start of the 2024 season.
Mike McCarthy shared his thought’s on CeeDee’s extension
“Having CeeDee’s contract resolved brings a great sense of stability to our team,” McCarthy commented. “It was important to get this done before the season kickoff, and now we can focus entirely on our upcoming matchup against the Cleveland Browns.”
As the Cowboys prepare to open their season, the focus now shifts from contract negotiations to the field, where they will look to leverage Lamb‘s talents in pursuit of a deep playoff run. The investment in Lamb underscores the team’s commitment to building around their core players, setting the stage for what they hope will be a successful 2024 campaign.