CeeDee Lamb signed a four-year, $136 million contract extension with the Dallas Cowboys on August 26. Now that the Cowboys have secured the All-Pro wide receiver, people inevitably want to know what’s next for Lamb.
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On Thursday, Lamb clarified what his next step is after becoming one of the highest-paid receivers in the league.
“Stay here. The goal is obviously to get here [at the top of the profession]But how long you stay here really shows how elite you are. … I would love to be here another contract and another contract and retire here,” Lamb told reporters.
Lamb wants his legacy to live on in Dallas. The 25-year-old had a career-best season in 2023 in which he caught 135 passes for 1,749 yards and 12 touchdowns. He is a key player in Dallas’ offense.
“I don’t think any of this NFL Really just wants to hang around [from team to team] And no offense to that [have]But yeah, I don’t see it,” Lamb said Team transcript. “I’ve never looked to my future and I’ve always wanted to be in one area, and Dallas is that area for me. I’d love to be here for another contract, and another one. You know what I’m saying? So on this legacy. Continue to build on what has already been laid before me and help hold this torch.”
Lamb was a holdout for most of training camp, but the star receiver and the Cowboys came to an agreement less than two weeks before the start of the regular season.
Dallas has now turned their attention to Dak Prescott, who is awaiting a new contract extension. The quarterback’s future with the Cowboys depends on his performance this season.
“I think 24 hours can really change your life,” Lamb said. “Obviously, that’s been done for me and the whole process that I went through, and this is Dak’s second time at the table, so I know he’s very familiar with it and how Jerry works. I have no doubt they will get the job done but, again, that alone won’t win the game.
The Cowboys open the season on September 8 against the Cleveland Browns. Now that Lamb has earned his big payday, he’s ready to help the Cowboys chase a Super Bowl title.
“I’m ready to compete.”
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