CeeDee Lamb appears to be sending a message to the Dallas Cowboys amid his ongoing contract holdout, saying he is “still waiting on that phone call.” The star wide receiver posted the message on social media, indicating his frustration as he seeks a new contract extension. Lamb is entering the final year of his rookie deal, set to earn $17.99 million under the fifth-year option, but he has yet to reach an agreement with the Cowboys on a long-term deal.
Lamb has been holding out from training camp as negotiations stall. His absence adds to the Cowboys’ challenging offseason, as they have yet to extend other key players like quarterback Dak Prescott and linebacker Micah Parsons. Despite the uncertainty, Lamb remains focused on his personal preparation, stating he will “control what I can control and that’s to be the best version of me” while waiting for the Cowboys to act.
Given his stellar performance last season—135 receptions, 1,749 yards, and 12 touchdowns—it is surprising that the Cowboys have not secured him with a long-term contract yet. With other top receivers around the league securing massive deals, Lamb is likely seeking compensation that reflects his elite status. Whether the Cowboys will meet his demands remains to be seen, but for now, the standoff continues.
Sources: Next Impulse Sports, FanSided.