Dallas Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs will be sidelined for Sunday’s game against the Washington Commanders due to a concussion sustained in an accident at his home, according to coach Brian Schottenheimer. The incident occurred on Thursday night, and Diggs reported to the team’s facility showing symptoms of the concussion on Friday. Following an evaluation by the medical staff, he was placed in the league’s concussion protocol.
While Schottenheimer provided limited details surrounding the circumstances of Diggs’ injury, he acknowledged the unfortunate nature of such incidents in the NFL. “It’s part of the business. It’s unfortunate,” he stated, before expressing his concern for Diggs’ well-being. Fortunately, it appears that Diggs is recovering.
The Cowboys enter this matchup with a record of 2-3-1 and currently lead the league in yards and passing yards allowed. They will face a Commanders team that will also be missing key players, including top receiver Terry McLaurin, who is out for his fourth game in a row due to a quadriceps injury.
Diggs’ absence will certainly be felt, but it comes at a time when the Cowboys are anticipating the return of star receiver CeeDee Lamb, who has been recovering from a high ankle sprain. As both teams face their respective challenges, the upcoming game promises to be an intriguing matchup amidst the evolving circumstances of the season.