In the ever-dramatic world of the Dallas Cowboys, where owner Jerry Jones himself has likened the team’s storylines to a soap opera, few plots have twisted as wildly as the saga surrounding cornerback Trevon Diggs. Just last week, it seemed like the door had been firmly slammed shut on his return to the field. Diggs openly told reporters he was healthy, yet the team refused to activate him—a candid admission that likely didn’t sit well with the front office. Given the strained relationship between player and team, many, including myself, assumed his 2025 season was done for good. But hold on to your hats, folks—another plot twist has emerged, proving that in Dallas, nothing is ever truly over until it’s over.
The Latest Turn: Diggs Trending Toward Activation
During a recent appearance on 105.3 The Fan, Cowboys Executive Vice President Stephen Jones dropped some intriguing hints about Diggs’ status ahead of the upcoming game against the Los Angeles Chargers. When pressed on whether Diggs had met the necessary standards to return, Jones responded optimistically: “Yeah, I think he’s certainly trending in the right direction. It looks like that certainly could very well be the case. I know he wants to get out there and compete. He’s a competitor. Certainly trending that way. But we’ll play that up until game time and see where we go.”
That last line is crucial. If the Cowboys are willing to monitor the situation right up to game time, they’ll need to activate Diggs from Injured Reserve by Saturday—the final deadline per NFL rules. Activation wouldn’t guarantee he plays, but it would make him eligible, with his official game status to be announced 90 minutes before kickoff on Sunday.
Adding fuel to the fire, Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer shared glowing reviews of Diggs’ practice sessions earlier that day. “When you look at Trevon this week, what I’ve loved the most about him is he’s having fun playing football,” Schottenheimer said. “He’s smiling, running around, but to his credit, he’s having a really good week. So we’ll see how today goes.” It’s the kind of positive feedback that suggests Diggs isn’t just physically ready but mentally engaged, too.
DaRon Bland’s Injury: A Catalyst for Change?
This potential activation doesn’t come in a vacuum. The Cowboys are grappling with a significant setback at the cornerback position: DaRon Bland is expected to land on Injured Reserve due to a recurring foot injury that requires surgery—for the second time in as many years. Bland’s absence is a massive blow to an already beleaguered defense, and Diggs’ return could provide much-needed reinforcement. With Diggs’ 21-day practice window set to expire soon, the timing couldn’t be more urgent. Activating him now might be the Cowboys’ best shot at bolstering their secondary for the final stretch of the season.
The Bigger Picture: Diggs’ Uncertain Future in Dallas
Even if Diggs suits up for the Cowboys’ remaining three games, his long-term future with the team looks shaky at best. With a hefty $18 million cap hit in 2026 and no guaranteed money left on his contract, Diggs is a prime candidate to be released as a cap casualty. The relationship has been rocky, marked by public frustrations and behind-the-scenes tensions. I’d be shocked if he sticks around beyond this season—Dallas might see this as a short-term patch rather than a long-term commitment.
But for now, the focus is on the immediate drama. In true soap opera fashion, just when fans and analysts alike thought the Trevon Diggs chapter was closed, the Cowboys are teasing a comeback. Will he take the field against the Chargers? Will this twist lead to redemption or more controversy? One thing’s for sure: in Jerry Jones’ world, the plot always thickens. Stay tuned—because with the Cowboys, you never know what’s next.