Chargers and Cowboys Gear Up for Preseason Finale Amid Injuries and Contract Standoffs

August 24, 2024
Chargers and Cowboys Gear Up for Preseason Finale Amid Injuries and Contract Standoffs
  • The 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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