Chargers and Cowboys Gear Up for Preseason Finale Amid Injuries and Contract Standoffs
August 24, 2024The Dallas Cowboys and Los Angeles Chargers are set to conclude their 2024 NFL preseason schedule with a game in Arlington, Texas.
In contract news, the Cowboys have offered wide receiver CeeDee Lamb a deal that would make him the second-highest-paid wide receiver, but negotiations are ongoing.
Lamb is seeking a contract similar to Justin Jefferson's $35 million per year deal, while the Cowboys' latest offer stands at $33 million.
Despite ongoing negotiations during training camp, no resolution has been reached yet, raising concerns about Lamb's availability for the season opener.
Head Coach Mike McCarthy emphasized the importance of carefully reintegrating Lamb into team activities following his offseason holdout.
This matchup comes after the Chargers lost their previous two preseason games, as they prepare to start the regular season against the Las Vegas Raiders on September 8.
Chargers' quarterback Justin Herbert is recovering from a foot injury and is likely to miss the game, prompting a focus on backup quarterbacks Easton Stick and Luis Perez.
As the Chargers evaluate their backup quarterback situation, both Stick and Perez are expected to see significant playing time.
Rookie wide receiver Ryan Flournoy has been impressive, catching another touchdown pass from quarterback Trey Lance, which strengthens his chances of making the final roster.
Despite limited playing time and a disappointing preseason opener, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has guaranteed that quarterback Trey Lance will make the team's 53-player roster.
As the regular season approaches, contract standoffs involving key NFL players like Lamb are raising concerns for their respective teams.
Jones praised Lance's preseason reps as 'priceless' for his development, highlighting his improvement over the past six weeks.
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