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Cowboys Expect to Activate Trevon Diggs as DaRon Bland Likely Heads to IR With Left-Foot Setback

Coach Brian Schottenheimer says Bland’s left foot likely needs another surgery due to wear on a prior repair.

ARLINGTON, TEXAS - DECEMBER 14: Trevon Diggs #7 of the Dallas Cowboys looks on from the sideline during the fourth quarter against the Minnesota Vikings at AT&T Stadium on December 14, 2025 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images)
Jan 8, 2023; Landover, Maryland, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs (7) stands on the field during warmups prior to the Cowboys' game against the Washington Commanders at FedExField. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports
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Oct 19, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Daron Bland (26) carries the ball after an interception for a touchdown against the Washington Commanders during the third quarter of the game at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

Overview

  • DaRon Bland is seeking a second opinion on his left foot, has not practiced this week, and is expected to land on injured reserve for the final three regular-season games.
  • Bland has no procedure scheduled yet, but Schottenheimer described a likely surgical fix and a long rehab with an expectation the cornerback will be ready for training camp.
  • Bland missed 10 games in 2024 after surgery on the same foot and signed a four-year, $92 million extension before the 2025 season.
  • Multiple reports indicate Dallas is likely to activate Trevon Diggs from injured reserve on Saturday to face the Chargers after a two-month absence for a concussion and knee issues.
  • With Bland out, Dallas faces a thin cornerback group and has considered options such as Shavon Revel, Reddy Steward, Caelen Carson and a possible elevation of Josh Butler.