The Cowboys were on the field for the first drive of a 33-16 win over the Raiders, but CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens were not.

The pair were benched in what was described as a coach’s decision.

The two receivers had “a couple things missed” in the lead-up to the “Monday Night Football” matchup, which contributed to their benching, Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer told reporters after the game.

Schottemheimer did not elaborate further.

George Pickens #3 and CeeDee Lamb #88 of the Dallas Cowboys celebrate a touchdown during the second quarter against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on November 17, 2025. Getty Images

During the broadcast, ESPN’s Lisa Salters reported that a team spokesperson indicated it was not injury-related.

“I was just told by Cowboys PR the reason C

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