Trevon Diggs Returns for Cowboys, Reveals Unusual Cause of Concussion
One of the most unexpected developments in the Dallas Cowboys’ rollercoaster season came this past weekend when standout cornerback Trevon Diggs was activated from injured reserve. Not only was Diggs cleared in time to avoid reverting to season-ending IR, but he went straight into the starting lineup and logged significant snaps in Sunday’s loss to the Los Angeles Chargers.
For many Cowboys fans, seeing Diggs back on the field was a surprise in itself. The former All-Pro had been sidelined with a knee injury and a concussion, and there was a growing belief that he might have played his final down in a Cowboys uniform. But in true Diggs fashion, he flipped the narrative - not just by returning, but by clearing the air on what had become one of the more bizarre injury mysteries of the year.
Speaking with NFL Network’s Jane Slater, Diggs revealed that the concussion wasn’t football-related at all. It happened during a home accident involving a ceiling-mounted television.
While installing the TV, the mount gave way and the screen came crashing down on his head. Diggs even shared a video with Slater, showing the setup and how the accident occurred - putting to rest weeks of speculation.
It was a strange injury, no doubt, but the mystery surrounding it had taken on a life of its own. With limited information coming from the team or Diggs himself, fans and media alike filled the silence with theories - some more outlandish than others. Now, with the video out and the explanation confirmed, the focus can shift back to football.
And that’s where things get even more interesting.
Diggs’ return raises questions not just about his health, but about his future in Dallas. His relationship with team leadership - namely Jerry and Stephen Jones - has reportedly been strained in recent months. While no one has gone on the record to confirm a rift, the tension has been palpable.
Still, Diggs isn’t closing the door on staying in Dallas. Speaking after the game, he said he wants to be back and added, “We’ll figure it out” once the season wraps. That’s a far cry from a commitment, but it’s also not a goodbye.
Whether the Cowboys’ front office feels the same way remains to be seen. The team has some big decisions to make this offseason, and Diggs’ situation will be near the top of the list.
His talent is undeniable - a true ballhawk with elite instincts and a nose for game-changing plays. But availability matters, and the last two seasons have been marred by injuries and off-field complications.
If this is the beginning of a reconciliation between Diggs and the organization, putting the concussion saga behind him is a solid first step. The Cowboys have playoff aspirations and a defense that, when healthy, can hang with anyone. A locked-in Trevon Diggs only makes them more dangerous.
For now, Diggs is back, the mystery is solved, and the Cowboys - for better or worse - are heading into the final stretch of the season with one of their top defenders back in the fold.