UPDATE: Dallas Cowboys star cornerback Trevon Diggs, 27, has revealed that a freak home accident caused his lengthy injury layoff. The player, who recently returned to the field, disclosed that his concussion was the result of an unexpected incident while attempting to mount a television.
In a shocking turn of events just weeks before the Cowboys faced the Washington Commanders on October 29, Diggs was sidelined for an astonishing eight games, leaving fans and media baffled. His absence, initially shrouded in mystery, sparked widespread speculation about the nature of his injury.
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, 83, addressed the situation but provided no definitive explanation for Diggs’ unusual injury. Now, Diggs has come forward, stating that while trying to be a handyman, a mounted television pole fell and struck him on the head, leading to the concussion. “I was trying to be a handyman,” Diggs told the NFL Network.
Diggs made his long-anticipated return on Sunday, December 3, as the Cowboys faced off against the Los Angeles Chargers but suffered a disappointing 34-17 loss. During the matchup, Diggs recorded six tackles but no pass breakups, raising concerns over his performance and fitness.
Further complicating matters, concerns about Diggs’ knees have also impacted his time away from the field. He previously tore his ACL during the 2023 season and underwent surgery in December 2024, contributing to the length of his absence.
As the Cowboys grapple with potential roster changes, Diggs has acknowledged that his future with the team may be uncertain due to looming cost-cutting measures. The team’s playoff hopes dimmed significantly following this week’s defeat.
The Cowboys are set to return to action on Christmas Day, traveling to face the Commanders at Northwest Stadium. Fans will be looking for Diggs to regain his form and help steer the team back on track.
This latest revelation adds a layer of human interest to the ongoing saga of the Cowboys’ season, highlighting the risks athletes face even off the field. As developments unfold, fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how Diggs’ return impacts the remainder of the Cowboys’ campaign.
