Lamb collision with official goes viral in preseason clip

CeeDee Lamb collides with a referee during a Cowboys preseason game against the Rams and is penalized for a foul on an official.

Lamb Collision With Official in Cowboys Rams Clip Goes Viral

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb was not in uniform for a preseason game against the Los Angeles Rams when a sideline collision with an oncoming official occurred. Lamb and the rushing official fell to the ground during the play and the referee signaled a foul on Lamb, according to CBS Sports. The episode was captured on video and circulated on social media, drawing attention from fans and commentators.

There were no injuries reported and the incident was described as minor in the preseason report. The clip shows how fast a routine play can become a viral moment and how social media shapes the early season narrative around players.

The clip shows how social media turns a small incident into a public conversation. It underscores that a player can be judged by a moment before the ball is snapped in the regular season. It also highlights the bond between players and officials as they share space on the field and the need for clear sideline safety protocols.

If the league handles the moment as harmless, it may reduce risk of backlash. If not, it could invite critics who say the game is unsafe or too chaotic. The Cowboys face a test in how Lamb responds and how the league frames the clip in the run up to the season.

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The season will reveal how quickly a single clip can redefine a player story