Cowboys‘ Lamb and Pickens Benched for Opening Series in las Vegas
LAS VEGAS – Dallas Cowboys wide receivers CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens did not participate in the team’s first offensive series Monday night against the Las Vegas Raiders, a move attributed to a coach’s decision. Both players were on the sideline as the Cowboys opened with Jalen Tolbert, Ryan Flournoy, and KaVontae Turpin.
The team stated that Lamb and Pickens “missed some things” in readiness for the game, leading to their delayed start. While the specifics of those missed items were not immediately disclosed, the decision to sideline two of the team’s key offensive weapons raises questions about internal accountability and game-day strategy. The Cowboys’ first series resulted in a three-and-out, gaining only 6 yards on rushes by Javonte Williams.
lamb re-entered the game on the first play of Dallas’s second series, followed by Pickens on the second play. Prior to Monday’s game,Pickens led the Cowboys’ receiving corps with 49 receptions for 764 yards and six touchdowns. lamb later scored an 18-yard touchdown reception in the second quarter, giving Dallas a 10-6 lead.
coach Brian Schottenheimer had extended interactions with both receivers during Thursday’s practice stretching period and is expected to provide further explanation for the decision following the game.The incident highlights the coach’s authority and the importance of preparation within the Cowboys’ organization.
