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Will Diggs be activated by Saturday's deadline or miss the rest of the season on injured reserve?
Dallas Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs expected to return to play against the Minnesota Vikings after a two-month absence due to a concussion and knee injury, but was unexpectedly held inactive. Owner Jerry Jones stated Diggs isn't healthy enough, while coach Brian Schottenheimer hinted at a need for overall consistency beyond just physical health.
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Coach Schottenheimer had a detailed conversation with Diggs about the reasons for his inactive status and team expectations, emphasizing culture building. However, Diggs expressed confusion post-game, stating he felt he had met practice requirements and didn't understand why he was still sidelined. Quarterback Dak Prescott advised Diggs to seek clear expectations to become active again.
Dallas Cowboys CB Trevon Diggs has been out of play since October 12th and remains on injured reserve, according to the accompanying image caption.
Diggs' long-term future with the Cowboys is uncertain, as he has played only 19 of 47 games since signing a $97 million extension. His injury history includes an ACL tear in 2023 and a chondral-tissue graft in January. The team also enforced a $500,000 de-escalator clause due to his offseason rehab away from the team. His performance in six games before his latest injury was underwhelming, and there were discussions about defensive scheme preferences.
In October, Diggs suffered a concussion in an at-home accident, leading to him being placed on injured reserve due to his right knee. The Cowboys have until Saturday (implied from the article's context, likely December 20, 2025) to activate him to the 53-man roster; otherwise, he will remain on injured reserve for the rest of the season.
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Jerry Jones denied financial motives for Diggs' inactivity but expressed disappointment over his limited play time due to injuries. Releasing Diggs in 2026 could save the Cowboys over $12 million against the cap, a crucial consideration with other player extensions on the horizon. Jones remains non-committal about Diggs finishing his contract, leaving his future with the team in doubt. Diggs hopes to play in the remaining games before the final decision on his roster status.