Lions host Trevon Diggs for tryout over the weekend
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 12:32 AM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
The Detroit Lions held a tryout for former Dallas Cowboys and Green Bay Packers cornerback Trevon Diggs this past weekend. Diggs, a two-time Pro Bowler, played only nine games last season due to injuries, including a serious knee issue that limited his contributions. After being waived by the Cowboys in December and briefly claiming by the Packers, Diggs participated in just one defensive snap during the playoffs. His potential signing could bolster the Lions' secondary as they prepare for the upcoming season.
- •Trevon Diggs tried out for the Lions on August 8, 2026.
- •Diggs was limited to nine games last season due to injuries.
- •He is a two-time Pro Bowler, recognized for leading the NFL in interceptions in 2021.
- •After being waived by the Cowboys, he played briefly with the Packers at the end of last season.
- •A successful signing may improve the Lions' defensive depth.
- 12:32 AMYahoo Sports — Lions worked out free agent CB Trevon Diggs
- 11:55 PMYahoo Sports — Lions tried out former Cowboys, 2-time Pro Bowl CB over weekend
"The Detroit Lions reportedly hosted former Cowboys and Packers cornerback Trevon Diggs over the weekend for a tryout.
"The Lions worked out free agent cornerback Trevon Diggs, according to the NFL's personnel notice.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 10, 2026, 12:32 AMLions worked out free agent CB Trevon Diggs
The Lions worked out free agent cornerback Trevon Diggs, according to the NFL's personnel notice.
- Yahoo SportsAug 9, 2026, 11:55 PMLions tried out former Cowboys, 2-time Pro Bowl CB over weekend
The Detroit Lions reportedly hosted former Cowboys and Packers cornerback Trevon Diggs over the weekend for a tryout.
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