Jon Gruden ranks Cowboys' CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens among NFL's best

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Jon Gruden ranks Cowboys' CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens among NFL's best
Summary

Jon Gruden has asserted that the Dallas Cowboys' receiving duo of CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens could be the best in the NFL, suggesting they may surpass Cincinnati's Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. Last season, Lamb and Pickens combined for 168 catches, 2,506 yards, and 12 touchdowns. Gruden's comments come as the Cowboys prepare for the upcoming season, where both players are expected to maintain significant roles. The discussion around their ranking is fueled by their performances and the potential threat they pose to defenses, particularly with Pickens emerging as a focal point for opponents. Financial considerations remain as both wide receivers have substantial contracts that impact the team's salary cap moving forward.

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  • Gruden compares Lamb and Pickens to Cincinnati's Chase and Higgins.
  • Lamb recorded 75 receptions for 1,077 yards last season.
  • Pickens had 93 receptions and 1,429 yards in his first season.
  • The Cowboys have two receivers ranked in the top seven in the league.
  • Financial implications arise from both players' contracts affecting salary cap.
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Jon Gruden ranks Dallas' prolific pair above the league's elite, sparking a heated debate over whether Lamb and Pickens now surpass Cincinnati’s superstar duo as NFL's finest.

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