Cedarian DeLeon “CeeDee” Lamb, born April 8, 1999, is a prominent wide receiver for the Dallas Cowboys in the NFL.
He played college football at Oklahoma, earning consensus All-American honors in 2019.
Selected 17th overall in the 2020 NFL Draft, Lamb has since established himself as a key player, setting franchise records for receptions and yards in a season.
In 2024, he signed a four-year, $136 million contract extension.
Parents
CeeDee’s parents are Cliff Lamb and Leta Ramirez.
Lamb’s father, Cliff Lamb, played college football at MidAmerica Nazarene University, where he developed a passion for the sport.
Cliff has been a supportive figure throughout CeeDee’s journey, providing guidance and encouragement as his son pursued football from a young age.
On the other hand, CeeDee’s mother, Leta Ramirez, worked as a medical assistant.
She balanced her professional responsibilities while being deeply involved in her son’s athletic pursuits.
College career
Lamb played for the Oklahoma Sooners from 2017 to 2019 under head coach Lincoln Riley.
In his freshman season in 2017, he made an immediate impact, recording 46 receptions for 807 yards and 7 touchdowns.
His performance earned him the title of Big 12 Offensive Freshman of the Year.
Lamb showcased his ability to make big plays and quickly established himself as a key target in the Sooners’ high-powered offense, which featured quarterback Baker Mayfield, who would go on to win the Heisman Trophy.
He continued to excel in his sophomore season in 2018, finishing with 65 receptions for 1,158 yards and 11 touchdowns.
Lamb was named a first-team All-Big 12 selection and received second-team All-American honors from several outlets.
In his final collegiate season in 2019, he had a standout year that further elevated his draft stock.
Lamb recorded 62 receptions for 1,327 yards and an impressive 14 touchdowns.
His performance earned him first-team All-American honors from multiple organizations, including the Associated Press.
NFL career
After this successful college career, Lamb declared for the NFL Draft, ending his time at Oklahoma with a total of 173 receptions for 3,292 yards and 32 touchdowns over three seasons.
He was selected by the Dallas Cowboys with the 17th overall pick in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft. His transition to the NFL has been marked by rapid success.
In his rookie year, Lamb quickly established himself as a key contributor to the Cowboys’ offense, recording 74 receptions for 935 yards and 5 touchdowns.
He finished second among rookies in receiving yards, showcasing his ability to make plays both in short-yardage situations and deep downfield.
Lamb continued to build on his rookie success during the 2021 season, posting 79 receptions for 1,102 yards and 6 touchdowns, which earned him his first Pro Bowl selection.
His performance included several highlight-reel catches and showcased his growth as a player who could consistently make big plays in crucial moments.
In 2022, Lamb took another step forward as he became the focal point of the Cowboys’ passing attack.
He recorded an impressive 107 receptions for 1,359 yards and 9 touchdowns, setting a franchise record for receptions in a single season.
In December, Lamb signed a lucrative four-year contract extension worth $136 million, reflecting his value to the Cowboys organization and his standing within the league.
