Considered one of, if not the best and most complete receivers in Oklahoma history, production has never been an issue for CeeDee Lamb. In three seasons, Lamb finished top three among Oklahoma wide receivers in yards and touchdowns.
It’s possible that with one more full year, he would’ve eclipsed the legendary Ryan Broyles in both categories. Instead, Lamb opted to forgo that final season and head to the NFL, where he has become a star for the Dallas Cowboys.
Lamb’s finest professional season came last year as he ascended to the No. 1 receiver role for America’s Team. Lamb didn’t disappoint.
He finished 2022 with 107 catches for 1,359 yards and scored nine touchdowns. His 107 catches are the third-most in franchise history, while his 1,359 yards are the fifth-most in a single season in Cowboys history.
Couple that with his production the two years prior, and it makes sense why Pro Football Focus believes he’s one of the 10 best receivers in the NFL.
In the rankings of each position group, Lamb came in as the No. 9 wide receiver in the league. He slots in behind Davante Adams, Justin Jefferson, Tyreek Hill, Ja’Marr Chase, Stefan Diggs, Cooper Krupp, A.J. Brown and Terry McLaurin.
Sam Monson said this of CeeDee Lamb.
Lamb’s production should only go up in 2023 now that Brandin Cooks is on the roster to keep defenses on their toes. Last season, with no Amari Cooper, Lamb set career highs in targets, catches, yards, touchdowns and yards per route run. He posted the lowest drop rate of his career and looked like one of the best receivers in the game. This season could be even better. – Monson, PFF
Monson brings up a point that many are overlooking when discussing Lamb’s prospects for this season. Lamb flourished last year despite a legitimate No. 2 receiver opposite him.
With Brandin Cooks handling the other side of the field, Lamb should see more single coverage. Cooks is a bonafide playmaker in his own right and will force teams to stop doubling Lamb nearly as much as they attempted to last year.
All in all, Lamb’s stock as a alpha receiver in the NFL should rise as he prepares for his fourth season playing for the Dallas Cowboys.
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