Cowboys Legend Hints at Real Reason for Trevon Diggs' Departure

Everson Walls suggests Diggs' inability to "buy into the culture" led to his release from the Cowboys.

Feb. 11, 2026 at 8:47pm

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The Dallas Cowboys parted ways with Pro Bowl cornerback Trevon Diggs before the end of the regular season in a move that felt inevitable. Now, Cowboys legend Everson Walls has shared his thoughts on the real reason behind Diggs' departure, suggesting it may have stemmed from his inability to "buy into the culture" under head coach Brian Schottenheimer.

Why it matters

Diggs was a key part of the Cowboys' defense, tying Walls' single-season franchise record with 11 interceptions in 2021. His sudden departure raises questions about the team's culture and decision-making process, especially given Diggs' previous success and potential.

The details

Walls, a legendary Cowboys cornerback, said in a recent radio appearance that "there are some relationships that are up and down" and that Diggs may not have been "doing his part" in terms of buying into the team's culture. Diggs was claimed off waivers by the Green Bay Packers in late December but was released less than a month later after the team was eliminated from the playoffs.

  • Diggs was released by the Cowboys before the end of the 2026 regular season.
  • Diggs was claimed off waivers by the Green Bay Packers on December 31, 2026.
  • Diggs was released by the Packers less than a month later in January 2027.

The players

Trevon Diggs

A two-time Pro Bowl cornerback who played for the Dallas Cowboys for six seasons before being released.

Everson Walls

A legendary Cowboys cornerback who held the franchise record for most interceptions in a single season until Diggs tied it in 2021.

Brian Schottenheimer

The head coach of the Dallas Cowboys.

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What they’re saying

“There are some relationships that you think can handle more than you thought. There are some relationships that are up and down. I'm sure Trevon thought that this was going to work out, but you've got to do your part. There are rumors that he wasn't doing that, and I'm not talking about on the field, necessarily. I'm talking about buying into the culture of the team.”

— Everson Walls, Cowboys Legend (105.3 The Fan)

The takeaway

This case highlights the importance of team culture and player buy-in, even for talented players like Trevon Diggs. The Cowboys' decision to part ways with Diggs suggests they prioritized maintaining a cohesive locker room culture over individual production, raising questions about the team's long-term strategy and decision-making process.