CeeDee Lamb, the Cowboys wide receiver, is entering his final year of his rookie contract. There is uncertainty about his participation in offseason activities without an extension. According to reports from the Dallas Morning News, Lamb is expected to skip voluntary work and potentially hold out of mandatory work if he doesn’t receive the contract he desires.
If Lamb doesn’t get the deal he’s looking for, it’s possible that he may engage in a “hold in” once mandatory work begins. This would involve him showing up but refraining from participating in practices or other activities that could result in injury. This approach has been used successfully by other players to negotiate new contracts without facing fines associated with traditional holdouts during minicamp or training camp.
Lamb was selected by the Cowboys with the 17th overall pick in the 2020 NFL draft and is coming off a standout season where he led the league in catches with 135, while also achieving career highs in yards (1,749) and touchdowns (12). With his value at an all-time high, Lamb is looking to use his leverage to secure the long-term contract he believes he deserves.
