Cowboys Coach Schottenheimer Praises Trevon Diggs After Bench, Plans Increased Man Coverage

The Cowboys deliberately benched Pro Bowl cornerback Trevon Diggs for the Week 4 tie with the Packers as part of an accountability decision tied to an off-field issue, and Diggs says he accepted the move. Coach Brian Schottenheimer praised Diggs’ response, calling their conversation constructive, saying they “agree to disagree” on some points and that Diggs has been outstanding in practice and is expected to start vs. the New York Jets. Diggs acknowledged it was a “rough week,” said he’s back on track, and has asked defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus to give him more man‑to‑man reps while recognizing he must adapt to the team’s scheme. Coaches welcome player input but note the Cowboys play zone roughly 90% of the time and need a more effective pass rush to make more man coverage viable. Diggs’ recent comeback context — including prior ACL injuries and a chondral bone graft surgery — underscores the team’s focus on accountability and his effort to regain consistency.