In a blockbuster deal that has sent shockwaves through the football world, CeeDee Lamb has agreed to a contract worth $100 million guaranteed. The star receiver, who had held out for most of the summer, finally reached an agreement with longtime Cowboys owner Jerry Jones.
The negotiations between Lamb and the Cowboys had been tense, with both sides digging in their heels. But ultimately, it was Jones who blinked first, giving the green light to the extension just in time for Dallas to open its 65th NFL season with a high-stakes matchup against the Browns in Cleveland.
Speaking to the media for the first time this summer, Lamb shared his perspective on the negotiations and what he described as the “lowest moment” in the process. He opened up about the frustrations he felt during the standoff, particularly when his agent Tory Dandy informed him that the talks were “going south.”
“I was getting impatient,” Lamb admitted. “I wasn’t coming back to Dallas until my contract was sorted out.”
When Dandy revealed the final offer from the Cowboys – a staggering $34 million per year – Lamb couldn’t believe his ears. “I’m like, ‘well, where do I sign?'” he joked, drawing laughter from the assembled reporters.
Despite the ups and downs of the negotiations, Lamb had faith that a deal would get done. As one of the best receivers in football, he knew his market value and was confident that the Cowboys would prioritize locking him in for the long term. After all, Lamb had just come off a career year in 2023, setting personal bests in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns.
While the road to a new contract was rocky at times, Lamb made it clear that he was always focused on staying in Dallas. The extension solidifies his role as a cornerstone of the Cowboys offense and ensures that he will continue to be a key part of the team’s success for years to come.
