CeeDee Lamb appears to send message to Cowboys amid contract talks

January 14, 2024; Arlington, Texas, United States; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb (88) before the 2024 NFC wild card game against the Green Bay Packers at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports

CeeDee Lamb could be the next star receiver in line for a massive contract extension, and he might not want to practice until he gets it.

The Dallas Cowboys began mandatory minicamp on Tuesday, and multiple reports indicated that Lamb was not in attendance. Lamb’s absence wasn’t a shock since he skipped voluntary team activities, but the Cowboys may fine him if he doesn’t show up for minicamp.

#Cowboys star WR CeeDee Lamb was not scouted in Dallas for mandatory minicamp, sources say. Lamb has not been present for voluntary OTAs, but fails to show up for minicamp, which subjects a player to fines.

Lamb requests new contract extension. pic.twitter.com/gw2M4Q1Et8

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Lamb is expected to make around $18 million in the final year of his rookie contract this season. He had an NFL-leading 135 receptions last season, along with 1,749 receiving yards and 12 touchdowns, so he can definitely make a case that he deserves to be one of the highest-paid players in the NFL.

Justin Jefferson signed a record contract extension with the Minnesota Vikings on Monday. It has been reported that Lamb is waiting for this deal to reset the market, which would make sense.

Lamb may not get as much as Jefferson, but he undoubtedly wants to take advantage of a wide receiver market that has gone crazy this offseason. Paying the fines might be worth it if it helps increase pressure on the Cowboys.