by: Nick Geddes 7 hours ago NickGeddesNews
The Dallas Cowboys released cornerback Trevon Diggs on Tuesday. The timing of his release was interesting, as it came five days before the final game of the regular season.
Wednesday, head coach Brian Schottenheimer addressed what led to the decision to part ways with Diggs. Schottenheimer called it a “culmination of multiple factors.”
“It was really a culmination of multiple factors, performance and other elements,” Schottenheimer said, via Jon Machota of The Athletic. “He’s been an incredible player for this organization. I truly do like Trevon a lot. I wish him nothing but the best. I’m excited to see where he lands and watch him continue his career.”
NFL insider Jordan Schultz previously provided additional details of what led to Diggs’ release. The Cowboys were in Washington, D.C. on Christmas Day, facing off against the Washington Commanders. Diggs, who grew up near the D.C. area, wanted to stay behind after the game to spend time with his family over the holidays. Schottenheimer denied the request.
Diggs told Schottenheimer he wanted to be with his family and if he went back with the team to Dallas, he would be flying back to D.C. on the first flight out. Again, the team “vehemently denied his request.” Schottenheimer confirmed Schultz’s reporting, adding that Diggs did, in fact, stay behind after the game.