The Dallas Cowboys and Trevon Diggs really don't seem to be happy with each other, and the end could be nearer than we think
The Dallas Cowboys' relationship with Trevon Diggs isn't the most dramatic one in the entire NFL but some interactions have certainly caused some intrigue, specially with a big year ahead for the All-Pro cornerback. The latest news surrounding the veteran have taken that to another level, as ESPN reported Diggs is at risk of missing out on […]
The Dallas Cowboys' relationship with Trevon Diggs isn't the most dramatic one in the entire NFL but some interactions have certainly caused some intrigue, specially with a big year ahead for the All-Pro cornerback.
The latest news surrounding the veteran have taken that to another level, as ESPN reported Diggs is at risk of missing out on $500,000 per his contract.
Let's dive into a quick timeline of how things have gone down and why it could mean the end of the relationship could be closer than we think.
Jerry Jones openly tells the media Cowboys didn't like Trevon Diggs' previous rehab process
When Cowboys owner Jerry Jones talks into a mic, he's known to press some sensitive buttons. And he usually knows what he's doing. That's why his comments on Diggs' rehab during a post-draft press conference raised eyebrows.
“If he will be very good and diligent as to his rehab process, then he’ll get back quicker, and he will arrive when he does get back, sounder than if he has not worked as hard," Jones said earlier in the offseason. "He’s more subject to injury. He’s learned that one time. My point is, I have a lot of hope that his actual rehab and experience from the time before is really helping him out, and I think it has.”
Understandably, Jones saying Diggs had learned one time about not being good and diligent with his rehab was perceived as a direct jab to the All-Pro cornerback. It was a way of saying that caused his latest injury. And what followed weeks later was seen by some as a response.
Trevon Diggs releases YouTube documentary about his knee 2024 knee rehab
Only weeks later, Diggs announced he'd drop a YouTube documentary featuring his path back to the field in 2024. The series released its third episode on Tuesday.
In a way, it's more of a vlog than a documentary. The series focuses most of its content as a compilation of clips from Diggs' workouts, though little insight beyond that is offered. There are no talking head shots or anything like that describing Diggs' rehab.
Some media members including Jeff Cavanaugh from All City DLLS interpreted the release of the series as a way of going "straight to war with the owner."
Diggs skips OTAs rehab, $500,000 risk becomes a talking point
This week, the saga reach a new drama peak: ESPN's Todd Archer reported "Diggs is in danger of missing out on $500,000 from his 2025 base salary for not participating in the team's offseason program."
According to his contract, Diggs needs to take part in 84.375% of the offseason program in order to avoid the $500,000 de-escalator. (. . .)
Diggs is believed to be the first player who could see a lowering of his base salary if the Cowboys choose to enforce the clause.
– ESPN's Todd Archer
Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer told the media all signs are positive on regarding Diggs' rehab. Mandatory minicamp is next week and Diggs is likely to show up considering he'd be subject to fines otherwise. But in three weeks of voluntary OTAs, the cornerback has been absent while other players on rehab have been at The Star. It's true OTAs are voluntary in theory but with the contract clause reported by Archer, Diggs' decision to skip them is noteworthy.
How will it end?
Diggs' contract makes it unlikely the Cowboys would consider parting ways with him and given where their CB room is at, it would be bad business. But next year, the Cowboys would be off the hook in terms of guaranteed salary and could free up $12.6M in cap space if they release the veteran.
Based on how things are going, I'd be surprised if Diggs plays in Dallas beyond 2025.