While the 2024 season has not been the smoothest for the Dallas Cowboys overall, wide receiver CeeDee Lamb has continued to shine, solidifying his place as one of the league’s top receivers. Despite the team’s struggles, Lamb’s consistent excellence on the field has been a beacon of hope for Cowboys fans.
In Week 15, during the Cowboys’ victory over the Carolina Panthers, Lamb delivered an outstanding performance, recording nine catches for 116 yards and one touchdown. This impressive outing not only helped secure the win but also marked another milestone in his burgeoning career. With the 116-yard game, Lamb surpassed 1,000 receiving yards for the fourth consecutive season, further cementing his status as one of the NFL’s most reliable wideouts.
Lamb’s total for the season now stands at 1,089 yards and six touchdowns, following the team’s Sunday win. This accomplishment places him in elite company in Cowboys history. The franchise announced on social media that Lamb is only the second player in team history to notch at least 1,000 receiving yards in four straight seasons. The first player to achieve this feat was Michael Irvin, who accomplished the same from 1991 to 1995, with his streak spanning five consecutive years.
The Cowboys’ social media team celebrated Lamb’s achievement with a post that read, “CeeDee writing HIS sTORY,” underscoring the significance of the wide receiver’s remarkable consistency. In doing so, Lamb continues to carve out his legacy with the Cowboys, even in a season that hasn’t lived up to expectations for the team as a whole.
Since being drafted 17th overall in the 2020 NFL Draft, Lamb has been a fixture in the Cowboys’ offense. His first season was the only one in which he fell short of the 1,000-yard mark, registering 935 yards. However, in every year since, Lamb has been a key contributor to the Cowboys’ passing game, consistently putting up impressive numbers.
Over the past three seasons, Lamb has earned Pro Bowl selections, with 2023 being his most successful year to date. That year, he set career highs in receptions (135), receiving yards (1,749), and touchdowns (12), establishing himself as one of the league’s premier wide receivers.
Despite the team’s ups and downs, Lamb has proven time and time again that he is capable of producing at the highest level, making him a key asset for the Cowboys moving forward. As the 2024 season unfolds, Lamb’s continued success offers hope that even in challenging times, there are still bright spots for the Dallas Cowboys.