CeeDee Lamb Returns for Cowboys vs Commanders

CeeDee Lamb will return to the Dallas Cowboys for Sunday’s home game against the Washington Commanders after missing three games with a high ankle sprain, the team confirmed this week. Lamb practiced in limited fashion midweek, told reporters he opted to sit out last week to ensure full health, and said he will not be on a snap count when he returns.

The move restores one of the NFL’s top receiving duos. Lamb’s availability follows a roughly monthlong absence that began with the Week 3 injury at Chicago. Cowboys coaches and executives emphasized that he was never placed on injured reserve, keeping the door open for a midseason comeback. Head coach Brian Schottenheimer, asked what he needs to see to clear Lamb for game action, quipped, "If he’s breathing, I’m good," while praising the receiver’s readiness after practice sessions this week.

Dallas’s offense has continued to produce without Lamb, a reflection of quarterback Dak Prescott’s strong start and the emergence of offseason addition George Pickens. Pickens became Prescott’s primary deep threat during Lamb’s absence and has produced multiple touchdowns and significant receiving yardage. Tight end Jake Ferguson also has seen...