ARLINGTON — Following the Dallas Cowboys’ recent loss to the Los Angeles Chargers, cornerback Trevon Diggs addressed some questions regarding his health and playing status. Diggs had previously missed a game due to a concussion, which raised eyebrows when the team initially characterized the injury as a home accident.
In a candid moment, Diggs shared the specifics of his injury, revealing that he sustained the concussion while attempting to mount a flat-screen TV and was accidentally hit on the head by the pole he was using. “I was trying to be a handyman,” he admitted, “which I shouldn’t have been.”
The confusion surrounding the nature of his concussion was exacerbated when team owner Jerry Jones and coach Brian Schottenheimer offered vague details about the incident. Schottenheimer admitted uncertainty about how Diggs got hurt, while Jones maintained there was no way to dispute the circumstances.
Reflecting on his decision to keep the details private, Diggs expressed some regret but added, “Yeah, but it wasn’t that serious to me.”
In addition to the concussion, Diggs faced knee soreness, leading him to be placed on injured reserve on October 25. As the team navigated the injury landscape, questions arose about his readiness to return. Although Schottenheimer indicated Diggs needed to improve his practice performance, the team activated his 21-day practice window, allowing Diggs to prepare for a potential return.
With cornerback DaRon Bland ruled out for the season due to a foot injury, Diggs was activated just as his practice window was set to close. In his comeback game against the Chargers, Diggs tallied six tackles and allowed one touchdown, expressing his relief and gratitude to be back on the field after missing the previous eight games. “It was a blessing, it felt amazing,” he said, adding, “Super excited. Super happy to get to go out there and compete with my brothers.”
Looking ahead, questions arise about Diggs’ future with the Cowboys, especially considering the financial implications of a potential release that could save the team $15.5 million against the salary cap. When asked if he might have played his final home game for the Cowboys, he responded with uncertainty: “Possibly. Yeah, possibly.” He noted that discussions with the team regarding his future would take place after the season.
Trevon Diggs’ journey back to the field and the uncertainties of his future encapsulate the challenges that come with professional athletics, especially as players navigate injuries and contract decisions. As the Cowboys move forward in the season, fans remain hopeful for Diggs’ continued contributions to the team’s efforts on the field.