CeeDee Lamb injury update: Cowboys WR exits Thanksgiving game vs Giants, does not return
The Dallas Cowboys faced another challenge this Thanksgiving, having already lost Dak Prescott for the season. During their game against the New York Giants, they might have suffered another setback with wide receiver CeeDee Lamb.
After the play, which also drew a pass interference penalty, Lamb was seen lying on the ground holding his shoulder. He managed to get to his feet and returned for one more play but then left the field again, taking off his helmet. He did not continue to play for the remainder of that drive and remained on the sidelines without his helmet.
Here’s the latest on Lamb’s injury:
CeeDee Lamb injury update
The Cowboys did not issue a formal update on Lamb’s condition after he left the game. Despite the Giants narrowing the margin to seven points, he did not return for the rest of the game.
According to Fox Sports’ Erin Andrews, there was no official word on Lamb’s injury. She mentioned that Lamb had been dealing with an AC joint issue in his shoulder throughout the 2024 NFL season, but it was unconfirmed if that was the reason he exited the game.
Post-game, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones was asked about Lamb’s condition. The 82-year-old stated that he believed Lamb was “probably nicked.”
“I don’t know the full extent of his injury,” Jones said as reported by the Texas Lone Star. “But it looked like he was limited due to a physical issue.”
No further updates were given on Lamb, although he was observed wincing while jogging in street clothes after the match.
Before his exit, Lamb had two catches for 39 yards on six targets during the game.
Cowboys WR depth chart: Who is CeeDee Lamb’s backup?
Jalen Brooks is currently listed as Lamb’s backup in the Cowboys’ wide receiver lineup, but it is likely that the team would opt for a committee strategy to fill Lamb’s role if needed.
Here’s a look at the Cowboys’ wide receiver depth chart for the game against the Giants:
- CeeDee Lamb
- Brandin Cooks
- Jalen Tolbert
- Jalen Brooks
- KaVontae Turpin
- Jonathan Mingo
Although Turpin and Mingo are further down the depth chart, they have both seen expanded involvement in Dallas’ offense recently.
The Cowboys also have a seventh wide receiver, Ryan Flournoy, on their roster, who was inactive for Thursday’s game. If Lamb requires more time off after Thanksgiving, Flournoy would likely take his place on the game-day lineup.
CeeDee Lamb stats
During the Thanksgiving matchup, Lamb recorded two receptions for 39 yards. He entered the game with a season total of 77 catches, 841 yards, and four touchdowns.
(This article was updated with the latest information.)
