CeeDee Lamb has introduced a revolutionary training regime at Cowboys HQ, sporting a mesh net over his face to catch balls, a move that takes a direct hit at team owner Jerry Jones.
Lamb's mesh net-covered face went viral quickly, but the receiver explained that he had to do so because Jones refused to fix the issue with the sunlight coming into the stadium. "I gotta practice catching without seeing the ball. My owner refuses to fix the issue with the sunlight coming into the stadium, so I gotta adapt," Lamb said.
Lamb has historically been better at home games in the AT&T Stadium, with 47 home games under his belt, 278 receptions, 3,898 yards, and 24 touchdowns. Despite the sunlight being an issue for him, he's still managed to perform well, with more receptions away from home.
Jerry Jones publicly refused to even consider Lamb's idea of installing curtains to limit the sun's impact. "We do know where the damn sun's going to be at our own stadium. Well, let's just tear the damn stadium down and build another one? You kidding me?" Jones said in a blunt refusal.
The issue has been ongoing since 2024, when Lamb first raised the issue with Jones. The owner's refusal to consider the idea has been a point of contention, with Lamb feeling that he needs to adapt to the situation. The mesh net-covered face is just one example of Lamb's determination to improve his game, despite the challenges he faces.
Lamb's comments during the 2026 training camp are clear shade to the owner, as he knows Jones won't do anything about it, but he had to bring it up nonetheless. The move is seen as a bold statement from the young receiver, who is willing to take a stand against his owner to improve his game.
The season is just around the corner, and it remains to be seen if Lamb's strategy will actually lead to a better individual season and more team success for the Cowboys. One thing is certain, however – the issue of the sunlight in the stadium will continue to be a point of contention between Lamb and Jones.
As the training camp continues, fans will be watching closely to see how Lamb's new training regime plays out. Will it lead to improved performance, or will it be a distraction for the team? Only time will tell, but one thing is clear – CeeDee Lamb is not afraid to speak his mind and take a stand for what he believes in.
Source: Yahoo Sports