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Trevon Diggs appears closer to a return for the Dallas Cowboys after weeks on injured reserve, and the club’s latest practice plans offer a hopeful sign for fans watching the Week 14 injury report.
Diggs scheduled to practice Sunday, coach confirms
Sources close to the team say the 27-year-old cornerback is set to take part in the Cowboys’ Sunday practice session. Head coach Brian Schottenheimer relayed the update, signaling a potentially important step in Diggs’ rehab timeline.
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His participation in practice does not guarantee a game-day activation for the upcoming Thursday Night Football clash with the Detroit Lions. But it does move him out of the ‘long shot’ column and into a more realistic evaluation window.
Timeline of the injuries and IR stint
Diggs was placed on injured reserve in late October and has been sidelined since. The Cowboys have cited two different issues behind his absence:
- Concussion stemming from an incident at his home.
- An unrelated knee injury that has required additional recovery.
He was first eligible to return in Week 13, yet the team held him out while monitoring his progress.
On-field production since returning to action in 2025-26
When active, Diggs has seen limited field time this season. Across six appearances, his stat line remains modest.
- 18 combined tackles, with 13 solo stops.
- One tackle for loss recorded.
Durability has been a recurring concern; in the last three seasons he has missed a total of 27 games.
Who has stepped up in his absence
The Cowboys have shuffled the cornerback rotation while Diggs rehabs. Multiple players have filled snaps opposite the starting unit and at nickel.
- DaRon Bland
- Caelen Carson
- Trikweze Bridges
- Shavon Revel Jr.
- Reddy Steward (primarily at nickel)
If Diggs isn’t cleared for Thursday Night Football, expect the staff to continue relying on this group to close out the stretch run.
What to watch this week
Key items for Cowboys followers and fantasy managers:
- Practice reports on Sunday and Monday to confirm contact level.
- Official inactive/active list announced before Thursday’s kickoff.
- Any additional updates from the medical staff about concussion protocol clearance.
Activation will depend on both medical clearance and the coaching staff’s confidence that Diggs can handle game speed against the Lions’ receiving corps.
