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What is the NFL commissioner's exempt list? Who is on it?

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Dallas Cowboys star wide receiver CeeDee Lamb has been placed on the commissioner's exempt list. What does that mean, and how does it impact Lamb's status for the 2024 season?

Here are key facts about the NFL commissioner's exempt list.

What is the commissioner's exempt list in the NFL?

The NFL's player personnel manual defines the commissioner's exempt list as "a special player status available to clubs only in unusual circumstances," according to NFL.com. The list is designed to serve as a placeholder and give NFL teams some roster flexibility.