The 24-21 triumph over the Philadelphia Eagles is pure happiness for the people of Dallas. Well, almost everyone. The joy of victory does not infect CeeDee Lamb, who feels indebted to the team and the fans for a personal sporting issue that makes him feel guilty. That’s why he confesses to recognizing that there is a problem with him when playing.
His words are spoken on the eve of a key game of the season for the Cowboys’ cause and for the rival’s cause, the Kansas City Chiefs. Both teams are playing for their hopes of making the playoffs. Both are coming off wins and are in high spirits, but Lamb’s mind is elsewhere
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The All-Pro receiver admits he was far from his best against the Eagles and that his weaknesses were noticeable despite defeating Philadelphia. He recorded four receptions for 75 yards. His failure, according to his self-criticism, was in the difficulties to catch the ball. He dropped eight passes, the highest figure of his career in a single game and a statistic that is not expected of him.
I need to focus mentally. There’s not really much going on in terms of catching the ball. There’s nobody in my way. I feel like it’s myself who’s blocking me
He acknowledges that he lost focus in the game. Something happened. It could have been a distraction, an inner conflict or some personal concern. The truth is that his mind was not 100% on the field.
So yeah, let’s fix that. I just need to focus, be myself and do what got me here. I’m in this position for a reason. And, well, I know I’m ready
Opening up publicly is difficult for many athletes when things are not going well. In this case, Lamb wanted to do it. He believes that the Dallas fans deserve an explanation from him and a better version of the player he is. He is committed to working on himself so that he does not fail with the ball again.
Goes for redemption
He knows that against the Kansas City Chiefs and Patrick Mahomes he has a great opportunity to redeem himself on Thanksgiving Day. He is convinced that the Cowboys can win and thus continue on the rise to fight for a playoff berth in the NFC East
The team needs him focused because, if they beat the Chiefs, their Week 14 matchup will be just as difficult because the opponent is the Detroit Lions, a franchise that is competing with the Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers for a playoff berth in the NFC North.