CeeDee Lamb and Micah Parsons are no-shows at start of Cowboys OTAs

WR CeeDee Lamb and DE Micah Parsons are opting out of the Cowboys' offseason program, as reported by Clarence E. Hill of the Star Telegram. This move doesn't come as a surprise for either player. CeeDee Lamb, coming off a record-setting season in 2023, is eyeing a lucrative contract extension, potentially worth up to $30 million annually. His absence from the offseason program is seen as part of his negotiation strategy, with a source close to the talks questioning the necessity of his participation. Meanwhile, Micah Parsons is not participating, but his decision is not financially motivated. According to Michael Gehlken of the DMN, a source close to Parsons indicates that he is following a personalized training regimen outside the team facility to prepare for the upcoming season in his preferred manner. This approach mirrors his absence during the 2023 offseason, where he still arrived at training camp in top physical form and made a significant impact during practices. Given that the offseason program is voluntary until the mandatory minicamp in June, player attendance during this time frame is typically not a cause for concern.