Trevon Diggs wastes no time challenging Commanders' offseason judgment

The Washington Commanders could have signed cornerback Trevon Diggs at any point this offseason. They didn't, and the defensive back could make them pay for it if early signs are any indication.

Diggs loves head coach Dan Quinn, who turned him into an All-Pro during their time together on the Dallas Cowboys. The Commanders also signed his brother, wide receiver Stefon Diggs. But despite the homecoming element and close ties within the building, general manager Adam Peters went in a different direction.

The former Alabama standout's long wait for a new home ended by signing a one-year deal with the Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks. Diggs revealed in a meeting with general manager John Schneider that he feels strong and healthy for the first time in a while, and he put this newfound confidence on full display in their preseason finale.

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All eyes were on Diggs to see how he looked after seeing very little action since his release from Dallas. It was only a fleeting contribution, but he managed to make his reps count with a morale-boosting interception to announce himself back on the league stage.

And if the same trend continues into the regular season, the Commanders may regret their decision to overlook Diggs in favor of others.

Diggs and Quinn remain close. The player texted his former coach when his brother signed, outlining just what he will bring to the Commanders. If there was any offer on the table in Washington, he'd have jumped at the chance.

Sadly for the player, that wasn't to be.

But he's off to a tremendous start in Seattle.

The Commanders brought in Amik Robertson, Rasul Douglas, and Fabian Moreau to strengthen their cornerback unit this offseason. They are solid enough, but just how much they will move the needle remains to be seen.

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Mike Sainristil is also around, entering a critical Year 3 of his professional career. But with ongoing injury concerns around 2025 second-round pick Trey Amos — who has practiced just once since early November last year thanks to a fractured fibula and an ankle sprain — threatens to jeopardize Washington's chances of being competitive in this critical area of the field.

Diggs was not a sure thing, and one preseason game doesn't change that fact. But he is young enough to galvanize his career, and the 2020 second-round pick may have landed in the best possible spot under Mike Macdonald after Quinn looked the other way.

The Commanders are moving forward with Daronte Jones as defensive coordinator. He wants energy, athleticism, and explosiveness across his unit. He's also got the freedom to run the unit as he sees fit, so even if Quinn wanted to give Diggs a shot, it probably needed the play-caller's seal of approval in any case.

Speculation was high about Diggs reuniting with Quinn in Washington. It didn't amount to anything more, but if the corner has a renaissance year with the Seahawks, and the Commanders' options cannot meet expectations, questions will inevitably arrive.

Time will tell on all fronts...

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