Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Benched Stars Shine: Lamb, Pickens Lead Cowboys to Victory

11/21/2025

31 5 Full Breakdown

Summary

Story summary

Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer benched wide receivers CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens for the first series in Las Vegas.
The reason remained undisclosed after the game.
Social media reported the players were at Red Rock Casino after curfew.
Lamb confirmed he had dinner and drinks there.
Lamb and Pickens excelled with 14 receptions for 210 yards and two touchdowns in a 33-16 victory over the Raiders.

1 of 1

Story summary

Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer benched wide receivers CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens for the first series in Las Vegas.
The reason remained undisclosed after the game.
Social media reported the players were at Red Rock Casino after curfew.
Lamb confirmed he had dinner and drinks there.
Lamb and Pickens excelled with 14 receptions for 210 yards and two touchdowns in a 33-16 victory over the Raiders.