Trevon Diggs’ tenure with the Dallas Cowboys appears to be nearing its end, with reports stating that the organization expected to release the veteran cornerback this coming offseason.
Trevon Diggs Unlikely To Remain With The Cowboys
Diggs arrived in Dallas as a second-round pick in the 2020 NFL Draft, transitioning from wide receiver to cornerback full time at Alabama before quickly becoming one of the league’s most recognizable defensive playmakers. His breakout came in 2021, when he led the NFL with 11 interceptions and earned first-team All-Pro honors.
Cowboys CB Trevon Diggs' relationship with the organization has "soured" and been "severed", per @Schultz_Report.
Diggs (knee) hasn't played since Week 6. pic.twitter.com/28UgoS28U4
— Yahoo Sports (@YahooSports) December 13, 2025
However, Diggs’ aggressive style also drew criticism. While his interception totals popped off of the stat sheet, opposing quarterbacks targeted him often, and he occasionally gave up big plays in exchange for high-risk gambles. Dallas accepted that trade-off during its peak defensive window, betting that Diggs’ takeaways outweighed the coverage lapses.
His availability has also been a major concern. Since signing a lucrative five-year contract worth $97 million in 2023, Diggs has played in just 19 of a possible 47 games for the Cowboys, dealing with various injuries that included an ACL tear in his left knee. Earlier this week, he was placed on the injured reserved list with concussion symptoms, meaning that he is very unlikely to play again in 2025.
Dallas Would Save $12.5 Million By Cutting Diggs
And based on the situation surrounding him, it is increasingly likely that Diggs never plays for the Cowboys again. Should the team cut ties this coming offseason by way of release, Dallas would save $12.5 million in cap space, while absorbing a manageable $5.8 million in dead money. The extra money could be used to re-sign key pieces like George Pickens, or help bolster a roster with needs at multiple positions.
CB Trevon Diggs, who has likely played his final game for the #Cowboys, can be outright released next March at just $5.8M of dead cap ($12.5M of 2026 savings for Dallas).
Diggs has seen action in just 19 games over the past 3 seasons, earning $42.5M over that span.
— Spotrac (@spotrac) December 14, 2025
The Cowboys’ willingness to move on is less an indictment of Diggs’ talent and more a reflection of timing. Dallas is clearly prioritizing cap efficiency and reliability, and releasing Diggs allows the front office to reset at a premium position while reallocating resources elsewhere.
As for Diggs’ future, the outlook remains promising. At just 27 years old, he should draw interest from teams seeking a proven playmaker in the secondary. But as he’s shown over the past few seasons, the injuries will always be a concern, which could diminish some of his value on the open market.
