FRISCO, TEXAS — CeeDee Lamb is having an interesting offseason, having just set career highs and franchise records with 135 receptions, 1,749 yards, and 12 touchdowns in the 2023 season. It's the best season of his career and there's a good chance he'll reach that mark. This offseason, he became one of the highest-paid receivers in the league.
Entering the fifth and final year of his rookie contract, Lamb's extension negotiations are expected to pick up as the offseason gets into full swing, and as Lamb appeared on Micah Parsons' show “The” The topic was unavoidable. Edge” podcast was held in Las Vegas over the weekend.
“I can't give you any numbers right now,” Lamb said of contract negotiations. “But I will say this: He is definitely one of the top receivers, if not the top receiver.” [highest-paid receiver]. That’s always the goal.”
The receiver market is expected to undergo a significant reset this offseason, with Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson entering the fifth year of his rookie contract and Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase also entering the fourth year of his rookie contract. Welcome. After strong starts to their respective careers, Jefferson, Chase and Lamb are expected to be the trio that sets the standard for future receiver signings.
For Lamb, there's no question where his heart is when it comes to signing a long-term deal with Dallas, as he previously said he wants to be a “Cowboy for life.”
“Of course,” he said of his desire to spend his career in Dallas. “There's no secret about that.”
His strong desire to remain with the Cowboys stems from his relationships in the locker room, particularly with the quarterback, who was seen having a passionate conversation during a playoff loss to Green Bay. His relationship with Dak Prescott is notable. After the game, Lamb's mother took to Facebook to express her displeasure with Prescott, but Lamb was quick to clear his feelings toward the QB1 on Parsons' podcast.
“It has nothing to do with quarterbacks,” he said. “I love dogs, he knows that. Duck will definitely guide us.” [to a Super Bowl]. He also needs other leaders, and that's why I'm pointing to myself. I can help him. He already has a lot on his plate. ”
Looking in the mirror seems to be an early theme for Lamb this offseason, with maturity as a leader and positive voice if he wants to take another step in his game heading into his fifth year. I think this is an opportunity to improve. game.
“First and foremost, I have to grow,” he said. “There are so many ways to deal with different situations. Me being angry is not one of the answers, I know that. I just feel like it's contagious. I could be a better leader. And you can speak up more.”
