Receiver CeeDee Lamb agrees to 4-year, $136M deal with Cowboys, AP sources say
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Receiver CeeDee Lamb agrees to 4-year, $136M deal with Cowboys, AP sources say

Associated Press  

FRISCO, Texas — CeeDee Lamb’s monthslong holdout with the Dallas Cowboys is over, and the All-Pro receiver is a close second to Justin Jefferson as the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history. The average annual value of Lamb’s extension is $34 million, which is roughly twice what the 25-year-old former Oklahoma standout will make in the final year of his rookie deal this season. You really only get that playing football.” While Lamb’s numbers early in his career weren’t as flashy as those of Jefferson, he has steadily improved in catches, yards and touchdowns each of his four seasons. Lamb’s first 1,000-yard season — and the first of three consecutive Pro Bowls — came in his second year.

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Cowboys stars want Mike McCarthy back as coach. Owner Jerry Jones has to make that decision
4 days, 11 hours ago

Cowboys stars want Mike McCarthy back as coach. Owner Jerry Jones has to make that decision

Associated Press  

FRISCO, Texas — The Dallas Cowboys are fully committed to Dak Prescott, and their franchise quarterback wants Mike McCarthy back as the coach. Team owner Jerry Jones, at least publicly, hasn’t been as clear about his plans with McCarthy’s contract set to expire after completing his fifth season. Jones spoke to reporters for more than 45 minutes after the Cowboys …

Cowboys shutting down CeeDee Lamb with 2 games to go over receiver’s shoulder issue
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Cowboys shutting down CeeDee Lamb with 2 games to go over receiver’s shoulder issue

Associated Press  

FRISCO, Texas — The Dallas Cowboys are shutting down CeeDee Lamb with two games remaining after their 2023 All-Pro receiver spent the second half of the season dealing with a sprained right shoulder. The decision on Lamb means the Cowboys will finish the regular season with at least five former Pro Bowlers on injured reserve. Defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence didn’t …

QB Dak Prescott still isn’t focused on contract with Cowboys receiver CeeDee Lamb now signed
4 months, 1 week ago

QB Dak Prescott still isn’t focused on contract with Cowboys receiver CeeDee Lamb now signed

Associated Press  

FRISCO, Texas — Dak Prescott has his No. The $136 million, four-year contract that ended Lamb’s long holdout also begged the obvious question of whether Prescott was next, with last season’s MVP runner-up entering the final year of his deal. It’s about making myself and this team better, getting us in the best position and the most confident to go …

Dak Prescott carries all the leverage in negotiations with Cowboys — and he knows it
4 months, 1 week ago

Dak Prescott carries all the leverage in negotiations with Cowboys — and he knows it

New York Times  

FRISCO, Texas — On Thursday, a few days after the Dallas Cowboys handed CeeDee Lamb the monster contract extension the superstar wide receiver was seeking, quarterback Dak Prescott was asked whether he’s next. Told you guys that, really, can’t say ever was really my focus.” Prescott said he’s “not going to be a part of them here as the season …

CeeDee Lamb has his money, now the All-Pro receiver wants the Cowboys to re-up with QB Dak Prescott
4 months, 2 weeks ago

CeeDee Lamb has his money, now the All-Pro receiver wants the Cowboys to re-up with QB Dak Prescott

Associated Press  

FRISCO, Texas — Now that CeeDee Lamb has a contract that could keep him with the Dallas Cowboys through 2028, the All-Pro receiver is ready for the peace of mind that quarterback Dak Prescott will be with him. The $140 million, four-year deal that receiver Justin Jefferson reached with Minnesota came the day before Lamb officially became a holdout when …

Dak Prescott says ‘good conversations’ are happening with the Cowboys about a new contract
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Dak Prescott says ‘good conversations’ are happening with the Cowboys about a new contract

Associated Press  

OXNARD, Calif. — Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott said Thursday he remains hopeful he will be able to work out a contract extension. “Good conversations are going on, I will say that,” said Prescott, who’s entering the final season of a $160 million, four-year contract. Once again, as I’ve said any time I feel like I’ve talked about it, I’ve …

Cowboys’ CeeDee Lamb responds on social media after Jerry Jones says no urgency in contract dispute
5 months ago

Cowboys’ CeeDee Lamb responds on social media after Jerry Jones says no urgency in contract dispute

Associated Press  

OXNARD, Calif. — Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has always insisted that contract negotiations are ongoing with CeeDee Lamb as the wide receiver’s holdout continues. The talking took on a different tenor Thursday, with Jones insisting he “doesn’t have any urgency” to resolve the dispute, and Lamb responding by posting “lol.” on social media 10 minutes later. When asked about …

CeeDee Lamb and the Dallas Cowboys remain in contact amid holdout, Jerry Jones says
5 months, 1 week ago

CeeDee Lamb and the Dallas Cowboys remain in contact amid holdout, Jerry Jones says

Associated Press  

OXNARD, Calif. — The Dallas Cowboys remain in contact with wide receiver CeeDee Lamb, who is holding out of training camp while seeking a new contract, owner Jerry Jones said Friday. Lamb previously skipped minicamp in June, a decision that came one day after Minnesota Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson agreed to the most valuable contract for a non-quarterback in league …

All-Pro wide receiver CeeDee Lamb isn’t reporting to Cowboys camp, AP source says
5 months, 2 weeks ago

All-Pro wide receiver CeeDee Lamb isn’t reporting to Cowboys camp, AP source says

Associated Press  

CeeDee Lamb is not reporting to training camp while he waits for a new contract, a person familiar with the All-Pro wide receiver’s decision told The Associated Press on Wednesday. Lamb skipped the Cowboys’ June minicamp, which started the day after Minnesota’s Justin Jefferson agreed to the richest non-quarterback contract in NFL history. The average per year on Jefferson’s new …

CeeDee Lamb, Ja’Marr Chase and one player contract worth watching for every NFL team
6 months, 1 week ago

CeeDee Lamb, Ja’Marr Chase and one player contract worth watching for every NFL team

New York Times  

Whether it’s the star quarterback aiming to reset the market or the young safety who needs a productive season to have his fifth-year option exercised, unresolved contract situations tend to perpetually lurk in the background for various NFL teams. — Zac Jackson CeeDee Lamb, wide receiver This could also be Dak Prescott, obviously, but whether or not Prescott has a …

Vikings reach agreement with Jefferson on 4-year extension to give him NFL’s richest non-QB contract
7 months, 1 week ago

Vikings reach agreement with Jefferson on 4-year extension to give him NFL’s richest non-QB contract

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Justin Jefferson became the latest player to cash in on the league-wide push for elite pass catchers. “There’s more to be done.” Jefferson, who has the most receiving yards in league history through a player’s first four seasons, had entered the final year of his rookie deal. “He is the living embodiment of our culture with his joyful …

CeeDee Lamb joins NFL’s receiving elite in career year with the Cowboys. He says it’s just a start
1 year ago

CeeDee Lamb joins NFL’s receiving elite in career year with the Cowboys. He says it’s just a start

Associated Press  

FRISCO, Texas — CeeDee Lamb learned to embrace No. “I’m definitely one of the elite receivers in this game,” Lamb said. Lamb broke both of Michael Irvin’s club records from 1995 — the last time the Cowboys reached an NFC championship game, and won the franchise’s fifth Super Bowl title. Yeah, from that moment.” Coach Mike McCarthy, calling plays for …

49ers’ Christian McCaffrey, Cowboys’ CeeDee Lamb among best bets to score in Week 15 of NFL season
1 year ago

49ers’ Christian McCaffrey, Cowboys’ CeeDee Lamb among best bets to score in Week 15 of NFL season

Associated Press  

Fantasy football playoffs are underway, and scoring is at a premium. Vegas has given Williams -125 odds to score, second best for a running back this week, and we concur since he’s facing a Commanders group that’s our fourth-best matchup for opposing runners. DAVID MONTGOMERY, LIONS Montgomery is only 13th in rushing yards, but like Williams, he’s tied for the …

CeeDee Lamb was near NFL receiving history with Cowboys blowing out Giants. Coaches let him get it
1 year, 1 month ago

CeeDee Lamb was near NFL receiving history with Cowboys blowing out Giants. Coaches let him get it

Associated Press  

FRISCO, Texas — CeeDee Lamb’s chance at making NFL receiving history was news to Dallas offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer when the Cowboys were blowing out the New York Giants in the fourth quarter. The coaching staff was sorting through lineup changes with a five-touchdown lead in Dallas’ 49-17 victory Sunday when Schottenheimer got word that Lamb needed one catch and …

CeeDee Lamb chasing Michael Irvin’s Cowboys records with run of monstrous numbers
1 year, 2 months ago

CeeDee Lamb chasing Michael Irvin’s Cowboys records with run of monstrous numbers

New York Times  

No player in Dallas Cowboys history has finished a season with more receptions or receiving yards than Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver Michael Irvin. In 1995, the last time the Cowboys won the Super Bowl, Irvin set the franchise’s single-season records with 1,603 yards on 111 receptions in 16 games. It’s kinda moving the guys, moving them to …

Cowboys’ Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb: Win over Rams ‘stepping stone of what’s to come’
1 year, 2 months ago

Cowboys’ Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb: Win over Rams ‘stepping stone of what’s to come’

New York Times  

ARLINGTON, Texas — CeeDee Lamb stood in the visitor’s locker room at Levi’s Stadium three weeks ago without an answer to the question. “I’m not a slot receiver,” Lamb added, “I’m a receiver.” Pregame warmups: Dak and CeeDee pic.twitter.com/wWUu3bMubz — Jon Machota October 29, 2023 Lamb’s first touchdown came on a 10-yard slant where he beat Rams defensive back Derion …

CeeDee Lamb erupts vs. Rams after telling Cowboys to ‘give me the ball’
1 year, 2 months ago

CeeDee Lamb erupts vs. Rams after telling Cowboys to ‘give me the ball’

New York Times  

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb delivered on his request for his teammates to “give me the ball and see what happens” in Sunday’s win over the Los Angeles Rams. Here’s what you need to know: Lamb had 12 receptions for 158 yards and two touchdowns as the Cowboys trounced the Rams 43-20. And I say that confidently.” GO DEEPER …

NFL Week 8 takeaways: CeeDee Lamb delivers for Cowboys, Eagles find a way again
1 year, 2 months ago

NFL Week 8 takeaways: CeeDee Lamb delivers for Cowboys, Eagles find a way again

New York Times  

Cover 7 | Sunday A daily NFL destination that provides in-depth analysis of football’s biggest stories. The Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Commanders might have turned in the week’s best game, but did a rookie quarterback in Tennessee steal the headlines? They are certain to go into that game feeling good about themselves after what they did to the Rams — …

Bengals QB Joe Burrow becomes NFL’s highest-paid player with $275 million deal, AP source says
1 year, 4 months ago

Bengals QB Joe Burrow becomes NFL’s highest-paid player with $275 million deal, AP source says

Associated Press  

CINCINNATI — Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow became the highest-paid player in the NFL on Thursday, agreeing to a five-year, $275 million contract extension, according to a person familiar with the deal. Signing the 2022 Pro Bowler and 2021 AP NFL Comeback Player of the Year to an extension was a goal of the team this summer, but the deal …

Bengals QB Joe Burrow becomes NFL's highest-paid player with $275 million deal, AP source says
1 year, 4 months ago

Bengals QB Joe Burrow becomes NFL's highest-paid player with $275 million deal, AP source says

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow …

AP source: Raiders, Jakobi Meyers agree on 3-year deal
1 year, 9 months ago

AP source: Raiders, Jakobi Meyers agree on 3-year deal

Associated Press  

— The Las Vegas Raiders and wide receiver Jakobi Meyers have agreed on a $33 million, three-year deal, a person familiar with the contract told The Associated Press. Meyers joins wide receivers Davante Adams and Hunter Renfrow to give new quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo another formidable option. Despite acknowledging in January after the Patriots’ season ended that he’d been playing hurt …

WR Lamb looks like leading man as playoffs loom for Cowboys
2 years ago

WR Lamb looks like leading man as playoffs loom for Cowboys

Associated Press  

In the second half of the season, CeeDee Lamb has looked a lot like the No. Lamb’s fifth 100-yard game in eight weeks in a 27-13 victory over shorthanded Tennessee leaves little question where the playoff-bound Cowboys will turn in the passing game as they try to advance deep in the postseason for the first time in 27 years. “I’ve …

WRs Lamb, Gallup shining for Cowboys ahead of Beckham visit
2 years, 1 month ago

WRs Lamb, Gallup shining for Cowboys ahead of Beckham visit

Associated Press  

FRISCO, Texas — Dallas receivers CeeDee Lamb and Michael Gallup are shining with the Cowboys set to fete Odell Beckham Jr. on a free-agent visit. If Beckham is thinking about adding a second Super Bowl ring after tearing the ACL in his left knee while winning the title with the Los Angeles Rams in February, Dallas didn’t hurt its case …

How much can star-studded Rams afford to pay NFL’s best receiver, Cooper Kupp?
2 years, 8 months ago

How much can star-studded Rams afford to pay NFL’s best receiver, Cooper Kupp?

LA Times  

Wide receiver Cooper Kupp, left, and quarterback Matthew Stafford rejoice in the Rams’ Super Bowl LVI victory. After the Rams’ victory in Super Bowl LVI, coach Sean McVay and general manager Les Snead said quarterback Matthew Stafford, defensive lineman Aaron Donald and Kupp were in line for extensions. “We all know what a special player he is, and it definitely …

NFL free agency signing grades: J.J. Watt, Dak Prescott Cam Newton and more
3 years, 9 months ago

NFL free agency signing grades: J.J. Watt, Dak Prescott Cam Newton and more

New York Times  

With NFL free agency set to begin on March 17, this is where you can find analysis of every noteworthy deal that is signed. Big Board: Current best available free agents The latest: Updated deals around the NFL Predictions: Sheil Kapadia’s free-agency forecast Needs: Holes each team must fill Spenders: Ranking the salary cap space available Fantasy: Implications for skill …

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