Dallas Cowboys star wide receiver CeeDee Lamb has officially ended his holdout, agreeing to a four-year, $136 million contract extension that positions him as the second-highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history. The blockbuster deal includes a record-setting $38 million signing bonus, the largest ever awarded to a wide receiver, along with $100 million in guaranteed money, according to sources close to the situation.
Lamb, who was originally set to play the 2024 season on a $17.99 million fifth-year option of his rookie contract, was on track to become a free agent after the season. However, the Cowboys moved quickly to ensure their offensive star remains in Dallas, locking him up through the 2028 season with this landmark agreement.
The deal not only reflects Lamb’s elite status among NFL receivers but also underscores the Cowboys’ commitment to maintaining a potent offense built around their young playmaker. Lamb, who has worn the storied No. 88 jersey—previously donned by Hall of Famers Drew Pearson and Michael Irvin, as well as Dez Bryant—has more than lived up to the legacy associated with the number.
Drafted 17th overall in the 2020 NFL Draft, Lamb was a steal for the Cowboys, who had him rated as the sixth-best player in that year’s draft. Since then, he has shattered expectations, racking up 395 receptions, 5,145 yards, and 18 100-yard games, more than any other Cowboys receiver in history over his first four seasons. His 2023 campaign was particularly outstanding, as he set new team records with 135 catches and 1,749 receiving yards, breaking marks previously held by Michael Irvin.
With the new deal in place, the Cowboys are eager to integrate Lamb back into the fold as they prepare for the upcoming season. The team has three practices scheduled this week at The Star in Frisco, Texas, where they will carefully manage Lamb’s return to action. Although Lamb continued to work out independently during his holdout, the Cowboys are taking a cautious approach to reduce the risk of injury ahead of their September 8th season opener against the Cleveland Browns.
As the Cowboys gear up for another season with Super Bowl aspirations, securing Lamb was a crucial step in solidifying their roster. With Lamb now under contract for the foreseeable future, Dallas fans can look forward to watching their star wideout continue to make history in the iconic No. 88 jersey.
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