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CeeDee Lamb Poised to Return for Crucial Week 15

12/12/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb is on track to return for Week 15 after a concussion in Week 14 against the Detroit Lions.
Head coach Brian Schottenheimer says Lamb is progressing through the concussion protocol.
Lamb participated fully in Thursday's practice.
Lamb did not wear a guardian cap in games for comfort.
His potential absence could hurt the Cowboys' playoff hopes against the Minnesota Vikings.

History

Historical Context

The NFL's focus on player safety intensified after 2009, when growing evidence linked concussions to long-term health issues like chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). In 2011, the league established stricter concussion protocols, mandating evaluations and return-to-play guidelines. Despite these efforts, reported concussions increased by 18% in 2022, underscoring ongoing challenges in safeguarding player health amid competitive pressures.

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Story summary

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb is on track to return for Week 15 after a concussion in Week 14 against the Detroit Lions.
Head coach Brian Schottenheimer says Lamb is progressing through the concussion protocol.
Lamb participated fully in Thursday's practice.
Lamb did not wear a guardian cap in games for comfort.
His potential absence could hurt the Cowboys' playoff hopes against the Minnesota Vikings.

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