FRISCO – With George Pickens, the Dallas Cowboys have added a player capable of hauling in passes.

A newly released video shows that they are receiving assistance from a player capable of defending against passes.

Former Pro Bowl cornerback Trevon Diggs, who has been sidelined for portions of the past couple of seasons due to knee issues, is following the growing trend of athletes sharing updates through unconventional platforms. On Monday evening, Diggs revealed that he will be starring in a new YouTube series chronicling his recovery process after sustaining an ACL tear earlier this year.

After leading the NFL with 11 interceptions, Diggs has only six over the last three years. He played 11 games last seasons before suffering another injury to the same knee. He underwent surgery in January but is expected to be ready for training camp in July.

“My ACL Rehab journey was very successful,” Diggs wrote. “I ended up coming back to play 2 months sooner than I was suppose to. Follow my journey as I give you direct insight on how I did just that! Thankful for everyone who played a role with getting back out there! Episode 1 out now on YouTube!”


The video trailer features clips of Diggs training alongside his performance coach, Myron Flowers. The Cowboys grew annoyed with the cornerbacks’ rehabilitation process, as he frequently left Dallas for extended periods to train with his personal staff rather than the team’s coaches.

“We have a good idea [of a return date],” owner Jerry Jones said. “He’s working hard. That’s very important because if he will be very good and diligent in his rehab process, then he’ll get back quicker. And when he does get back, he’ll be sounder. If he has not worked as hard, he is more subject to injury. He’s learned that one time.”



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