Trevon Diggs on the Radar: Packers' Waiver Claim Sparks Speculation Ahead of Crucial Vikings Matchup
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The Green Bay Packers have made a surprise move by claiming former All-Pro cornerback Trevon Diggs off waivers just a day after the Dallas Cowboys released him. Diggs, who has been sidelined due to an ACL injury, will be eligible to play for the Packers as soon as next week, when they face off against the Minnesota Vikings. However, his on-field performance remains a concern after a uneven 2024 season, marked by a 62.4 PFF coverage grade across 424 defensive snaps and a 158.3 passer rating allowed when targeted. The Packers will need to consider the contract implications of activating Diggs, with a prorated share of his base salary and additional compensation for the upcoming game. But any postseason appearances would not add to the team's payroll, as playoff compensation is handled by the league. Diggs has expressed his eagerness to join another team and contribute to their postseason push, stating that he is 'healthy and motivated.' However, the lingering question remains whether he can regain his form as one of the league's standout cornerbacks, a title he earned in 2021 and 2022 before suffering an ACL tear in Dallas. The Cowboys released Diggs due to a combination of factors, including his decision not to fly home with the team from Washington, D.C. over Christmas. Despite this, Diggs has maintained that he is looking forward to the opportunity to join the Packers and make a positive impact in the remaining games of the season.
