CeeDee Lamb and Caleb Downs showcase skills in other sports
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 7:15 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb and rookie safety Caleb Downs engaged in different sports at The Star in Frisco, Texas, on June 17, 2026, amid the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup and a Texas Rangers game. Downs threw the ceremonial first pitch at the Rangers game, receiving a warm welcome, while Lamb attempted a scissor kick in soccer, which did not go as planned. Downs, a former standout baseball player, showed a different skill set, although the Rangers lost 12-2. Meanwhile, Lamb's attempt highlighted the challenges of transitioning skills from football to soccer. Both players are expected to remain focused on their football commitments despite their ventures into other sports.
- •CeeDee Lamb attempted a scissor kick while practicing soccer skills.
- •Caleb Downs threw the first pitch at the Texas Rangers game.
- •Downs was a standout baseball player before focusing on football.
- •The Texas Rangers lost 12-2 in the game Downs participated in.
- •Both players are expected to continue their primary focus on football.
- 7:15 PMYahoo Sports — Cowboys star Lamb, 1st-round pick Downs try hands, feet at new sports
"Dallas Cowboys star wide receiver CeeDee Lamb and rookie safety Caleb Downs try their hand, feet at other sports going on in the area.
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