Trevon Diggs was once the rising star in the Cowboys’ secondary - a ballhawk with a nose for the football and the swagger to match. Back in 2021, he wasn’t just good - he was electric.
Eleven interceptions, two pick-sixes, a First Team All-Pro nod, and back-to-back Pro Bowl appearances in ’21 and ’22. That kind of production doesn’t just happen by accident.
Diggs had the instincts, the hands, and the confidence to flip games on a dime.
But fast forward to now, and the narrative has shifted. Injuries have taken a toll, and availability - that ever-crucial trait in the NFL - has become a major question mark.
Diggs suited up for just two games in 2023, and through this season, he’s only appeared in six. That’s a small sample size for a player on a big contract, and it’s starting to raise some eyebrows in Dallas.
In fact, ESPN’s Dan Graziano recently listed Diggs as a surprise cut candidate. And while it may sound shocking at first, the logic behind it is rooted in both performance and business.
Here’s the situation: the Cowboys have added depth at corner, including the selection of Shavon Revel Jr. in April’s draft. And while Diggs still has three years and $57 million left on his deal, none of that money is guaranteed. If Dallas were to move on, they’d only take on $5.88 million in dead cap - a relatively manageable hit for a team that’s always juggling high-profile contracts.
That opens the door to a tough, but very real, decision. Diggs is still just 27.
In theory, he should have plenty of good football left in him. But the question isn’t just about age - it’s about value.
Is he worth the price tag if he can’t stay on the field? That’s the dilemma Dallas faces.
And in a league where production meets pragmatism, sentiment often takes a backseat.
There’s still a window for Diggs to change the narrative. If he can return before the season ends and show flashes of the game-changer he once was, the Cowboys might think twice about letting him walk.
But that’s a big “if.” He hasn’t played since October 12, and by the time he’s ready, it’ll have been more than two months since his last snap.
Getting back into game shape, regaining timing and confidence - that doesn’t happen overnight.
And with the season ticking down, time isn’t exactly on his side.
So where does that leave things? Well, the Cowboys have some big decisions looming this offseason - contract extensions, roster reshuffling, and cap management.
Add Trevon Diggs’ future to that list. His talent is undeniable.
His past production speaks for itself. But in today’s NFL, the hardest calls often come down to availability and value.
And right now, Diggs is sitting in the middle of that crossroads.