In the world of American football, drama always seems to find its way onto the field, and the latest saga involves Dallas Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones and star wide receiver CeeDee Lamb.
During a joint practice with the Los Angeles Rams, Jones made a statement that seemed to further aggravate the situation with Lamb’s contract extension. Jones told reporters that the team “doesn’t have a sense of urgency” when it comes to getting a deal done for the talented wideout.
In response, Lamb took to social media, posting a message that simply said, “But Jones didn’t stop there. Before the Cowboys’ preseason opener against the Rams, Jones seemed to backtrack on his earlier comments. He even took a moment to speak directly to Lamb, expressing that he’s “missed” on the field.
“Now I understand completely the angst that’s happening when you’re anxious about and someone says anything about whether you’re missed or not,” Jones said. “Well, CeeDee, you’re missed, OK? But you’re not missed out here competing and it doesn’t put any pressure any place on us.”
Jones, realizing that his previous remarks may have caused some uproar, admitted that “no one appreciates” Lamb being on the field more than he does. However, he also made it clear that Lamb wouldn’t be playing in preseason games anyway. This, according to Jones, lessens the urgency to finalize a deal.
The back-and-forth between Jones and Lamb has certainly added some spice to the football world. Fans are eagerly waiting to see how this situation plays out and whether a contract extension will be reached. Despite the tension, one thing is for sure – both Jones and Lamb are crucial pieces for the Cowboys, and their partnership will be essential for success on the field.