The Green Bay Packers have officially released cornerback Trevon Diggs. This move was announced on Tuesday, marking a swift end to his tenure with the team.
Details on Trevon Diggs’ Release
Diggs, who is 27 years old, had a brief stint with the Packers. He played in the regular season and participated in the NFC wild-card round against the Chicago Bears. Over these two appearances, he recorded a total of three tackles.
Career Highlights and Performance
The cornerback was previously acquired by the Packers from the Dallas Cowboys on December 31. His release frees up significant salary cap space, amounting to $15.5 million. The Cowboys face a dead cap hit of $5.8 million due to this action.
Background on Trevon Diggs
A native of Gaithersburg, Maryland, Diggs has just concluded his sixth season in the NFL. He has made a name for himself as a two-time Pro Bowler. Throughout his career, he has achieved impressive statistics, including:
- 242 total tackles
- 20 interceptions
- 2 pick-sixes
With his release, the Packers look to strengthen their financial standing under the salary cap while reflecting on Diggs’ contributions during his time in Green Bay.
