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Bland Injury Shakes Cowboys' Defense
19 Dec
Summary
- Cornerback Bland likely headed to injured reserve with three games left.
- Bland signed a $92 million extension during training camp.
- Trevon Diggs may return from injured reserve due to Bland's absence.
Dallas Cowboys cornerback DaRon Bland is reportedly seeking a second opinion on an injury, with no surgery scheduled yet. He is likely to be placed on injured reserve in the coming days, leaving a significant gap in the team's secondary for the final three games of the season. This situation arises less than a year after Bland underwent surgery for a fifth metatarsal issue in August 2024 and after signing a lucrative four-year, $92 million contract extension during training camp.
Despite missing two games earlier this season due to a foot bruise, Bland has been a key contributor, recording 46 tackles, two tackles for loss, three quarterback pressures, six pass breakups, and one interception returned for a touchdown. His previous season, 2023, was record-breaking, as he set an NFL record with five interception returns for touchdowns and led the league with nine interceptions, earning him First-Team All-Pro and Pro Bowl honors.
Bland's impending absence may prompt the Cowboys to activate another prominent cornerback, Trevon Diggs, from injured reserve. Diggs has been sidelined since October 12th following a concussion and subsequent knee issue. Defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus noted Diggs' improved focus and consistency in recent practices, suggesting he could be nearing a return to the active roster.
