CeeDee Lamb uses net in training camp to adapt to sunlight issues
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 5:07 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb has been seen at training camp utilizing a mesh net over his head while catching passes. This unusual method stems from his previous struggles with sunlight at AT&T Stadium, particularly during a November 2024 game against the Eagles. Lamb explained that he felt compelled to adapt due to the ongoing refusal of Cowboys owner Jerry Jones to address the sunlight issue effectively. The net-covered training approach has garnered attention as Lamb continues to prepare for the upcoming season, aiming for improved performance despite past difficulties at home games.
- •CeeDee Lamb uses a mesh net for catching drills at training camp
- •Lamb's struggles with sunlight impacted his performance in a November 2024 game
- •Jerry Jones refused to consider measures to mitigate sunlight issues
- •Lamb has a strong home game record despite sunlight challenges
- •Cowboys prepare for the upcoming season with Lamb adapting his training
- 3:52 PMYahoo Sports — CeeDee Lamb forced to 'adapt' with bizarre training method as Jerry Jones 'refuses to fix' major flaw
- 2:10 PMYahoo Sports — Why did CeeDee Lamb wear a net over his head at Cowboys camp for a difficult drill?
- 5:07 AMYahoo Sports — CeeDee Lamb throws shade at Cowboys owner Jerry Jones with new unique training method
"Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb was spotted at training camp catching balls with a mesh net over his head for a reason that team owner Jerry Jones might not like. Lamb had a notable mistake in an afternoon November 2024 game against the rival Philadelphia Eagles at home, where a wide-open Lamb couldn’t catch a three-yard pass in the end zone because of sunlight.
"CeeDee Lamb uses a viral helmet net training drill to fight AT&T Stadium sun glare as owner Jerry Jones considers window tinting fixes.
"Dallas Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb's new drill with a net over his head at training camp sparked countless questions from fans.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 5, 2026, 3:52 PMCeeDee Lamb forced to 'adapt' with bizarre training method as Jerry Jones 'refuses to fix' major flaw
CeeDee Lamb uses a viral helmet net training drill to fight AT&T Stadium sun glare as owner Jerry Jones considers window tinting fixes.
- Yahoo SportsAug 5, 2026, 2:10 PMWhy did CeeDee Lamb wear a net over his head at Cowboys camp for a difficult drill?
Dallas Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb's new drill with a net over his head at training camp sparked countless questions from fans.
- Yahoo SportsAug 5, 2026, 5:07 AMCeeDee Lamb throws shade at Cowboys owner Jerry Jones with new unique training method
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb was spotted at training camp catching balls with a mesh net over his head for a reason that team owner Jerry Jones might not like. Lamb had a notable mistake in an afternoon November 2024 game against the rival Philadelphia Eagles at home, where a wide-open Lamb couldn’t catch a three-yard pass in the end zone because of sunlight.
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