Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb Nears Return from High-Ankle Sprain

Dallas Cowboys star wide receiver CeeDee Lamb has been sidelined with a high-ankle sprain since Week 3, causing him to miss multiple games including a recent 40-40 tie with the Green Bay Packers and an upcoming game against the New York Jets. Despite Lamb's absence, new acquisition George Pickens has stepped up, notably scoring a 43-yard touchdown against the Jets and becoming the first Cowboys player with five touchdown receptions in his first five games. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones and coach Brian Schottenheimer have both expressed cautious optimism regarding Lamb's recovery, noting that while he is moving well in rehab, he is unlikely to play in the immediate next game but could return in the coming weeks. The Cowboys have also been dealing with injuries to other key players including offensive linemen Tyler Booker and Tyler Guyton, as well as wide receiver KaVontae Turpin, further complicating their lineup and offensive consistency. The team is relying heavily on quarterback Dak Prescott and the contributions of players like Pickens and tight end Jake Ferguson to maintain offensive production during Lamb's absence. Overall, Lamb's potential return is seen as critical to bolstering the Cowboys' offense as they aim to improve their standings and playoff chances.