End of an Era in Dallas: Cowboys Release Two-Time Pro Bowl CB Trevon Diggs

The Dallas Cowboys have officially released two-time Pro Bowl cornerback Trevon Diggs with just one game remaining in the regular season. The decision ends a tumultuous tenure that saw a rapid disconnect between the organization and the former First-Team All-Pro selection.

The Breakdown: Why the Cowboys Moved On

According to internal reports, the move was not a sudden impulse but a “culmination of events” involving a decline in on-field performance and a series of off-field frictions regarding his rehabilitation process.

While Diggs was a turnover machine in his early years, his recent seasons were marred by:

• Injury Struggles: Since signing a massive $97 million extension, Diggs appeared in only 21 games over the last two years due to recurring knee issues and a recent concussion.

• Rehab Disciplinary Issues: The Cowboys reportedly grew frustrated when Diggs chose to perform his injury recovery in South Florida rather than under the supervision of the team’s medical staff.

• Performance Slump: In the eight games he played this season, the “ball hawk” failed to record a single interception or pass breakup—a shocking stat for a player who once tied the franchise record with 11 interceptions in a single season.

The Financial & Roster Impact

The timing of the release is strategic. By moving on now, Dallas clears the path for a youth movement in their secondary while potentially freeing up $12 million in salary cap space for the upcoming season.

With star corner DaRon Bland already on injured reserve, the Cowboys will now head into their season finale against the New York Giants relying on a core of rookies and young prospects, including Shavon Revel and Caelen Carson.

What’s Next for Trevon Diggs?

At 27 years old, Diggs will now enter the waiver wire. If he goes unclaimed, he will become an unrestricted free agent. While his health remains a question mark, his pedigree as a former All-Pro will likely attract interest from playoff contenders looking for a high-reward gamble in the secondary.