Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb (back) active vs. Texans on Monday night
ARLINGTON, Texas — Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb will be active for Monday night’s game against the Houston Texans despite being listed as questionable with a back injury.
Lamb was limited in practice all week but said he felt good enough to play. He is expected to start and play his usual role in the Cowboys’ offense.
Lamb’s return is a big boost for the Cowboys, who are looking to improve to 2-1 on the season. Lamb is one of the most talented young receivers in the NFL, and he has been a key part of the Cowboys’ offense since being drafted in the first round in 2020.
Last season, Lamb caught 79 passes for 1,102 yards and six touchdowns. He also rushed for 89 yards and two touchdowns.
With Lamb in the lineup, the Cowboys will have a much more dynamic offense. Quarterback Dak Prescott will have a reliable target to throw to, and the running game will benefit from Lamb’s ability to stretch the field.
The Texans will have their hands full trying to stop Lamb. The Texans have allowed the most passing yards in the NFL this season, and they will be without their top cornerback, Derek Stingley Jr., who is out with a hamstring injury.
Lamb’s injury history
Lamb has had some injury issues in the past. He missed two games last season with a concussion, and he also missed the Cowboys’ playoff game against the San Francisco 49ers with a knee injury.
However, Lamb said he is feeling healthy now and is ready to play.
“I’m feeling good,” Lamb said. “I’m ready to go.”
Cowboys’ offense with Lamb
The Cowboys’ offense has been one of the most productive in the NFL since Lamb entered the league. In the two seasons that Lamb has played, the Cowboys have averaged 32.6 points per game.
Lamb has been a big part of that success. He has quickly become one of Prescott’s favorite targets, and he has shown a knack for making big plays.
With Lamb in the lineup, the Cowboys’ offense is capable of scoring points in bunches. The Texans will need to be at their best on Monday night if they want to slow down the Cowboys’ offense.
Texans’ defense
The Texans’ defense has been one of the worst in the NFL this season. They have allowed an average of 31.0 points per game, and they have allowed the most passing yards in the league.
The Texans will be without their top cornerback, Derek Stingley Jr., who is out with a hamstring injury. That will make it even more difficult for the Texans to stop the Cowboys’ offense.
The Texans will need to generate pressure on Prescott and force him to make mistakes. They will also need to force turnovers and give their offense a chance to score points.
Prediction
The Cowboys are a big favorite in this game. They are the better team on paper, and they are playing at home.
The Texans have some talented players on offense, but their defense is a major liability. The Cowboys should be able to score plenty of points in this game.
The Cowboys should win this game by a score of 34-20.