Trevon Diggs remains one of the most valuable players on the Dallas Cowboys roster. The 2021 First-Team All-Pro cornerback has been a major factor in shaping the team’s defensive identity since entering the league.
His ability to read quarterbacks, generate turnovers, and shut down elite receivers made him one of the top defensive backs in the NFL. However, Dallas now faces a major setback with Diggs once again sidelined.
The Cowboys rely heavily on his presence in the secondary, and his absence has left a noticeable gap in coverage. As the team prepares for its upcoming matchup against the Denver Broncos, concerns about his health and availability continue to grow.
Trevon Diggs Injury Update
Trevon Diggs was placed on injured reserve after suffering a concussion in a freak accident at his home. The Cowboys confirmed that he entered concussion protocol following the incident, and the move to IR ensures he will miss at least four games.
The concussion is the latest in a series of setbacks for the star cornerback. Earlier in the year, Diggs underwent knee surgery to repair cartilage damage in his left knee. That procedure came after he had already torn his ACL in 2023, which caused him to miss most of that season.
Though he passed his physical and returned to action in August, the new injury has halted his comeback progress. Diggs did not participate in any team practices leading into Week 8.
Reports indicate that his recovery timeline depends on medical clearance under the NFL’s concussion protocol and the ongoing management of his knee stability. The Cowboys’ medical staff will not rush his return, and it’s likely he won’t be back before late November or early December.
The team remains cautious, as Diggs’s long-term health is a top priority. His situation highlights the physical toll he has endured over the past two years and the uncertainty surrounding when he will fully return to form.
Cowboys Depth Chart
Cornerbacks
| Position | Players |
| CB | Kaiir Elam |
| CB | Trikweze Bridges |
| CB | Reddy Steward |
| CB | C.J. Goodwin |
| CB | DaRon Bland |
| CB | Trevon Diggs (Injured Reserve) |
With Diggs sidelined, the Cowboys will depend on DaRon Bland and Kaiir Elam to anchor the secondary. Bland has already proven capable of stepping up in big moments, while Elam’s athleticism offers depth and versatility.
Still, losing a player of Diggs’s caliber significantly affects Dallas’s defensive schemes and limits their ability to take risks in coverage.
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