Trevon Diggs

Trevon Diggs is an American football cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys of the National Football League (NFL). He was born on June 20, 1997, in Gaithersburg, Maryland, and played college football at the University of Alabama. Diggs was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft, and he has quickly become one of the most promising young players in the league.

Diggs grew up in a family of athletes. His father, Arlando Diggs, played college football at Salisbury University, while his brother, Stefon Diggs, is a wide receiver for the Buffalo Bills in the NFL. Trevon played high school football at Wootton High School in Rockville, Maryland, where he was a standout cornerback and wide receiver. He was ranked as a four-star recruit and committed to play football at the University of Alabama.

At Alabama, Diggs played four seasons and appeared in 44 games. He was initially recruited as a wide receiver but switched to cornerback in his sophomore year. Diggs was a key member of Alabama’s vaunted defense, which helped the team win two National Championships during his time there. In his senior year, Diggs had 37 tackles, three interceptions, and eight passes defended, earning him first-team All-SEC honors.

Diggs was selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft with the 51st overall pick. He signed a four-year contract with the team and was expected to compete for a starting role at cornerback. However, Diggs suffered a foot injury in the fourth game of the season, which sidelined him for several weeks. He returned to the lineup in Week 11 and quickly made an impact, intercepting a pass from Kirk Cousins of the Minnesota Vikings in his first game back.

Since then, Diggs has emerged as one of the most promising young players in the league. He finished the 2020 season with 58 tackles, three interceptions, and 14 passes defended, earning him a spot on the NFL All-Rookie Team. In Week 2 of the 2021 season, Diggs intercepted two passes from Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert, becoming the first Cowboys player to do so in a single game since Terence Newman in 2007. He followed that up with another interception against Jalen Hurts of the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 3, bringing his season total to three.

So far in his young career, Diggs has shown an impressive combination of athleticism, technique, and football IQ. His long arms and quick feet make him a formidable defender in one-on-one situations, and he has a knack for reading quarterbacks and breaking on the ball. Diggs has also shown a willingness to learn and improve, regularly studying film and seeking advice from veteran teammates like DeMarcus Lawrence and Jaylon Smith.

Off the field, Diggs has become a fan favorite for his engaging personality and infectious smile. He is active on social media and enjoys connecting with fans, often sharing behind-the-scenes glimpses of his life as an NFL player. Diggs has also been involved in various charity initiatives, including donating money to help homeless veterans and supporting food banks during the COVID-19 pandemic.

As Diggs continues to establish himself as one of the top cornerbacks in the NFL, the future looks bright for both him and the Dallas Cowboys. With his talent, work ethic, and positive attitude, Diggs is poised to become a leader on the Cowboys’ defense for years to come.