CeeDee Lamb is staying away from the Cowboys as they kick off organized team activities, hoping to secure a lucrative contract extension. With other star players like Ezekiel Elliott and Zack Martin having held out for new deals, Lamb is looking to follow suit in order to reset the market at his position.
Tyreek Hill currently holds the highest average salary for receivers in the NFL at $30 million per year, but Lamb is looking to break that record with his impressive performance last season. He led the league in receptions, yards, and touchdowns, making a strong case for a high-paying extension.
Justin Jefferson and Ja’Marr Chase are also waiting for new deals as they look to reset the market at their positions. The ongoing negotiations will set the tone for the upcoming season and may have long-term implications for the franchise.
While Lamb has not participated in offseason workouts like Parsons, he is still set to earn $17.99 million on his fifth-year option with the possibility of being eligible for the franchise tag in 2025. However, he wants to be paid among the top receivers in the league now. The Cowboys will need to balance satisfying their star players with managing their salary cap and financial future as negotiations continue.