The Dallas Cowboys secured a 20-17 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers, thanks to Dak Prescott’s game-winning touchdown pass to Jalen Tolbert.
However, an exchange between Dak and CeeDee Lamb stole the spotlight.
Prescott threw an interception targeting Lamb in the red zone due to a miscommunication, and afterward, CeeDee was seen speaking to Dak on the sidelines.
This led to rampant speculation, with media outlets amplifying the situation, despite assurances from those close to the team that there was nothing significant in their interaction.
Lamb has since clarified his remarks, and Prescott also shared his perspective, noting how the situation was exaggerated.
“He said, ‘Jump ball!’ You guys can’t read lips to save your lives,” Prescott
joked about the interaction.
“It was honestly comical to see social media reactions after the game, suggesting CeeDee had words for me.”
He continued, emphasizing their bond: “CeeDee said it best; that guy’s my brother, and we hold each other to high standards.
He literally said, ‘Jump ball, 4, jump ball!’ That was all there was to it. This is just another example of how you guys turn nothing into something.”
For those who follow the Cowboys closely, the strong relationship between Dak and CeeDee is well-known and is a key factor in their success as one of the top quarterback-receiver duos in the league.
While some fans were quick to overreact to misinterpretations, many chose to find humor in the situation.
Yet, commentators like NBC’s Mike Tirico and Cris Collinsworth used the moment to frame Dallas negatively, overshadowing their win against the Steelers.
Dak has previously highlighted the camaraderie in the locker room, and it’s evident how close he and CeeDee are.
Naturally, any hint of negativity regarding the Cowboys garners attention and attracts viewers, especially when it involves prominent players.
Although the interaction seemed to suggest potential issues, as Prescott pointed out, it was merely an example of how “nothing” can be blown into national headlines.
