Trevon Diggs Returns to the Field-and Clears the Air on That Concussion
In a season full of twists, the Dallas Cowboys delivered one of their biggest surprises yet: activating cornerback Trevon Diggs off injured reserve just before the deadline. And not only did Diggs suit up for Sunday’s game against the Chargers-he started and logged significant snaps. For a player many thought had already played his final down in a Cowboys uniform, it was a jarring and unexpected development.
Diggs had been sidelined with a knee injury and a concussion, the latter of which had sparked plenty of speculation. Now, thanks to a candid moment with NFL Network’s Jane Slater, we finally know what happened.
According to Diggs, the concussion wasn’t football-related at all. It came from a freak accident at home while he was mounting a television to the ceiling.
The TV fell-straight onto his head. Slater shared a video provided by Diggs showing the setup, and it doesn’t take a forensic expert to piece together how the impact could’ve caused a serious head injury.
It’s a bizarre but very human moment-one that sheds light on an injury that had become the subject of rampant online speculation. As Diggs put it, the story wasn’t as wild as people imagined.
But in the absence of details, the rumor mill spun out of control. Now that the truth is out, it’s a little easier to move forward.
And that’s exactly what Diggs is trying to do-not just physically, but professionally. His return to the field is a big step, but it comes against the backdrop of a strained relationship with the Cowboys’ front office. While neither side has gone public with any grievances, there’s a growing sense that Diggs and the organization could be heading for a split after the season.
Still, Diggs hasn’t closed the door on staying in Dallas. Speaking with reporters, he said, “We’ll figure it out,” when asked about his future with the team.
Whether that means a reconciliation with Jerry and Stephen Jones or a fresh start elsewhere remains to be seen. But for now, Diggs is back in uniform, back on the field, and finally putting the concussion questions to rest.
It’s been a strange road, no doubt-but in a season where the Cowboys have had to deal with their fair share of uncertainty, having a former All-Pro back in the secondary is a welcome development, no matter how unusual the journey.