Cowboys' Future Uncertain as Trevon Diggs's Contract Status Hangs in the Balance
The Dallas Cowboys have been written off by many after a disappointing 44-30 loss to the Detroit Lions on Thursday. With a 6-6-1 record, it's now or never for the team if they hope to secure a spot in the NFL playoffs. However, even if the Cowboys make it, their star cornerback Trevon Diggs is increasingly looking like he may not be with them for much longer.
While Diggs has three years and $57 million left on his contract, none of that money is guaranteed. In fact, releasing him would only cost the team around $5.88 million in dead money. ESPN's Dan Graziano notes that while it's still possible for Diggs to make a strong case to stay with the Cowboys, especially if he can show enough production over the remainder of the season, there's no guarantee.
Diggs has been struggling this season, failing to record a single pass defended or interception in six games. His overall game has declined significantly since his Pro Bowl years three years ago, when he was named to the team and had 21 passes defended and an NFL-high 11 interceptions. Despite being out for nearly two months due to injury, Diggs returned to practice this week but was ruled out of Thursday's game.
The Cowboys do have a talented young cornerback in DaRon Bland, who signed a four-year, $92 million contract extension in August. If this season is indeed the last for Diggs with the team, at least Bland will be ready to step in and provide some much-needed stability to the secondary. However, the loss of a player like Diggs would undoubtedly be felt, particularly if he were to leave as a free agent.
For now, it's unclear what the future holds for Diggs or the Cowboys' roster in general. As one loss can sometimes spark a season-long turnaround, the Cowboys will need to regroup and refocus if they hope to make a deep playoff run. But with the playoffs just around the corner, every game is a must-win – even for a team that was once predicted to be on the cusp of greatness.
The Dallas Cowboys have been written off by many after a disappointing 44-30 loss to the Detroit Lions on Thursday. With a 6-6-1 record, it's now or never for the team if they hope to secure a spot in the NFL playoffs. However, even if the Cowboys make it, their star cornerback Trevon Diggs is increasingly looking like he may not be with them for much longer.
While Diggs has three years and $57 million left on his contract, none of that money is guaranteed. In fact, releasing him would only cost the team around $5.88 million in dead money. ESPN's Dan Graziano notes that while it's still possible for Diggs to make a strong case to stay with the Cowboys, especially if he can show enough production over the remainder of the season, there's no guarantee.
Diggs has been struggling this season, failing to record a single pass defended or interception in six games. His overall game has declined significantly since his Pro Bowl years three years ago, when he was named to the team and had 21 passes defended and an NFL-high 11 interceptions. Despite being out for nearly two months due to injury, Diggs returned to practice this week but was ruled out of Thursday's game.
The Cowboys do have a talented young cornerback in DaRon Bland, who signed a four-year, $92 million contract extension in August. If this season is indeed the last for Diggs with the team, at least Bland will be ready to step in and provide some much-needed stability to the secondary. However, the loss of a player like Diggs would undoubtedly be felt, particularly if he were to leave as a free agent.
For now, it's unclear what the future holds for Diggs or the Cowboys' roster in general. As one loss can sometimes spark a season-long turnaround, the Cowboys will need to regroup and refocus if they hope to make a deep playoff run. But with the playoffs just around the corner, every game is a must-win – even for a team that was once predicted to be on the cusp of greatness.
5.88 million in dead money if they release him tho 
like what are the cowboys gonna do? i feel bad for fans who were hyped up about his return from injury 
da ron bland is a solid replacement tho 
hopefully he can step in and lead the secondary to victory 
the guy has been strugglin all season and we all saw it comin but still it hurts seein him out there missin those ints he was supposed to be thier lockdown corner and now hes losin his grip 
da ron bland is lookin like a solid backup but its just not the same as havin diggs on that field im hopin for the best but somethin tells me this season is gonna end in tears 
I feel bad for Trevon Diggs, he's been through a tough time this season and it's hard not to feel like his best years are behind him 
. It's a bittersweet thought for Cowboys fans, but I guess that's just part of the game 
And yeah, he's not been his usual self this season 
But honestly, it's still hard to see Diggs go... he was such a game-changer in his Pro Bowl years 
! Trevon Diggs's contract status is so uncertain right now 
, and it's killing me 
! The Cowboys are already written off by many 
, but they can still make a comeback 
if they play their cards right 
. If he leaves in the offseason 
, DaRon Bland will be ready to shine 
and provide some much-needed stability to the secondary 
!
that 4yr contract extension was a good move by the cowboys lol i mean who wouldn't wanna sign up 2 be the backup corner with a big $$$ contract 
anyways gotta keep an eye on this situation tho 
they need trevon diggs 4 real! hes got skills & all but somethin dont feel rite... 5.88 mil in dead money if he gets released? thats not even a big deal lol... da crew already got bland, who's gonna step in & fill his shoes? 
but you never know what can happen when people step up or change teams? 
meanwhile, daaron bland looks like a solid backup plan, fingers crossed he can live up to that contract extension