Lions Host Former Cowboys and Packers Cornerback Trevon Diggs for Workout
The Detroit Lions conducted a workout for cornerback Trevon Diggs, who previously played for the Dallas Cowboys and Green Bay Packers. The team evaluated eight players at their Allen Performance Center, and Diggs could potentially join the Lions' secondary.
Diggs, 27, has battled injuries and limited snaps recently, appearing in just 22 games across the last three seasons. His standout 2021 campaign, featuring a league-leading 11 interceptions, contrasts sharply with his recent release from Dallas and minimal usage in Green Bay.
The Lions' tryout also included several other players, with the team ultimately signing quarterback Josh Dobbs, cornerback Ryan Cooper, and linebacker Amen Ogbongbemiga. Detroit's secondary features veterans like D.J. Reed and Ennis Rakestraw competing for outside roles, while rookie Roger McCreary is expected to handle nickel duties.
Adding a veteran like Diggs could provide the Lions with a high-upside, low-cost option to bolster their secondary depth. If he recovers his form, his playmaking ability may significantly improve Detroit's pass defense, potentially impacting their playoff aspirations. Conversely, his recent injury history could mean limited on-field contributions, affecting the development of younger cornerbacks who might see fewer snaps. Fans and opposing offenses could be influenced by this roster move.