Why does dez wear 88

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Drew Pearson, Michael Irvin, and Dez Bryant all put together Hall of Fame worthy stretches while wearing the number, and were each among the best receivers in their respective eras.

Now, rookie first round receiver CeeDee Lamb has opted to continue the legacy. Wearing 88 is obviously special among Cowboys Nation, and Lamb has lived up to the lofty expectations placed upon him so far. Lamb has caught 53 balls for yards and 4 touchdowns this year, including the most impressive catch of the year against the Vikings a few weeks ago.

CeeDee Lamb went on to say that he grew up as a fan of Dez Bryant, especially his physicality as a receiver. Any Cowboys fan remembers how good Bryant was at the catch point, and how physical and bruising he could be after the catch.

He left an impressive legacy with the Cowboys, one that CeeDee Lamb said he is looking to continue. NC State is coming off a …. Notre …. TCU is …. A great white shark has been hanging out near shore at a popular California surfing destination known for shark attacks.

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