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Cowboys Decline IR for CeeDee Lamb as George Pickens Seizes WR1 in Week 4

Dallas preserves a faster return window by declining an injured-reserve stint for its star receiver.

CeeDee Lamb #88 of the Dallas Cowboys looks on prior to the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on September 04, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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Overview

  • Head coach Brian Schottenheimer said there is no plan to place CeeDee Lamb on injured reserve and described his recovery as trending in the right direction.
  • CeeDee Lamb sustained a left high-ankle sprain in Week 3 and is expected to miss multiple weeks, with reports projecting roughly a three- to four-week timetable.
  • George Pickens stepped into the lead role and delivered 8 receptions for 134 yards and two touchdowns in a 40-40 tie with the Packers.
  • Dallas elevated Jalen Cropper from the practice squad for Week 4 to bolster depth at receiver; he has appeared in one previous regular-season game with 12 offensive snaps.
  • Micah Parsons faced Dallas as a Packer in Week 4 following his pre-season trade, as the Cowboys fell to 1-2-1 with ongoing scrutiny of their defense.