Rise to Success: Career Highlights of CeeDee Lamb

How CeeDee Lamb built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

CeeDee Lamb is a professional American football wide receiver currently playing for the Dallas Cowboys in the NFL. He gained prominence during his college football career at the University of Oklahoma, earning consensus All-American honors in 2019. Lamb was drafted by the Cowboys in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft, solidifying his transition to the professional level.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2016: Senior Year Achievements

In 2016, as a senior, Lamb recorded 98 receptions for 2,032 yards and 33 receiving touchdowns, achieving numerous accolades and leading his team to a 14-1 record.

2017: Freshman Season at Oklahoma

In 2017, as a true freshman at Oklahoma, Lamb played in all 14 games, achieving 46 receptions for 807 yards and seven touchdowns, setting school freshman records. He also received freshman All-American honors.

2018: Sophomore Season at Oklahoma

In 2018, as a sophomore, CeeDee Lamb played in all 14 games, catching 65 passes for 1,158 yards and 11 touchdowns. He was also the team's punt returner. He and Marquise Brown became the first wide receiver tandem in school history to record 1,000-yard receiving seasons in the same year.

2019: Junior Season at Oklahoma

In 2019, CeeDee Lamb was named a first-team All-American after achieving 62 passes for 1,327 yards and 14 touchdowns. He was also named the Most Outstanding Player of the Big 12 Championship.

2019: All-American Selection

In 2019, CeeDee Lamb was recognized as a consensus All-American while playing college football for the Oklahoma Sooners.

July 23, 2020: Signs with Dallas Cowboys

On July 23, 2020, CeeDee Lamb signed a 4-year, $14.01 million contract with the Dallas Cowboys, including a $7.7 million signing bonus.

2020: NFL Draft Selection

In 2020, CeeDee Lamb was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in the first round of the NFL draft.

2020: NFL Draft Entry Announcement

On December 29, CeeDee Lamb announced that he would forgo his senior year and enter the 2020 NFL draft.

2022: Career Highs and Postseason Touchdown

In 2022, CeeDee Lamb recorded career highs in receptions, yards, and touchdowns. He was named a Pro Bowler for the second time and to the AP All-Pro 2nd Team. He also scored his first postseason touchdown.

2022: Pro Bowl Selection and NFL Top 100 Ranking

In 2022, CeeDee Lamb was selected to his first Pro Bowl and was ranked 95th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players list.

August 26, 2024: Signs Contract Extension with Cowboys

On August 26, 2024, CeeDee Lamb signed a four-year, $136 million deal with the Cowboys, including $100 million guaranteed and a $38 million signing bonus, extending his stay through the 2028 season.