{"id":5394,"date":"2025-12-31T11:33:15","date_gmt":"2025-12-31T16:33:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gofootballanalytics.com\/statsblog\/?p=5394"},"modified":"2025-12-31T11:33:15","modified_gmt":"2025-12-31T16:33:15","slug":"diggs-brothers-headline-nfl-news-trevon-released-by-cowboys-stefon-faces-felony-charge-qb-questions-in-tampa-and-arizona","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gofootballanalytics.com\/statsblog\/diggs-brothers-headline-nfl-news-trevon-released-by-cowboys-stefon-faces-felony-charge-qb-questions-in-tampa-and-arizona\/","title":{"rendered":"Diggs Brothers Headline NFL News: Trevon Released by Cowboys, Stefon Faces Felony Charge; QB Questions in Tampa and Arizona"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Legal and Disciplinary News<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Stefon Diggs<\/strong>, wide receiver for the New England Patriots, faces a felony charge stemming from a domestic violence incident. The police report includes serious allegations that Diggs attempted to choke a woman, causing her to have difficulty breathing. This latest development follows resurfaced allegations from 2023 accusing Diggs of sexual battery filed by influencer Christopher Blake Griffith. The Patriots and NFL have not announced discipline yet, but the cases may carry significant personal conduct policy implications.<\/p>\n<h2>Transaction News<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Trevon Diggs<\/strong>, former Cowboys cornerback, has been released by Dallas and is now subject to the waiver wire. Multiple reports indicate the decision was not related to a single incident but reflected broader concerns, including behavioral and performance issues. According to Tom Pelissero, the move followed the team&#8217;s rejection of Diggs\u2019 request to remain in Washington over the holiday and was viewed as a mutual parting. Teams seeking secondary help could target Diggs if he clears waivers.<\/p>\n<h2>Quarterback Developments<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Tyler Shough<\/strong> has provided a boost for the New Orleans Saints, delivering strong performances since taking over at quarterback. Analysts highlight the team\u2019s positive momentum and improved offensive rhythm. While Shough\u2019s future as a long-term starter is still uncertain, his recent showings have given New Orleans a reason for optimism heading into the offseason.<\/p>\n<p>In Tampa Bay, head coach <strong>Todd Bowles<\/strong> says the Buccaneers \u201chave to be better at the quarterback position,\u201d signaling potential change heading into 2026. The club has struggled with consistency, and Bowles\u2019 blunt assessment suggests a reevaluation of the depth chart or a shift in offseason priorities is likely.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Kyler Murray<\/strong>&#8216;s future in Arizona remains unresolved. The Cardinals enter the offseason with uncertainty at the quarterback position, and head coach Jonathan Gannon has yet to confirm Murray\u2019s 2026 role. The team is expected to weigh its options carefully, including potential draft or trade scenarios.<\/p>\n<h2>Injury News<\/h2>\n<p><strong>T.J. Watt<\/strong> may return in Week 18 as the Steelers fight for the AFC North title. Watt has been recovering from a lung injury, and ESPN reports he could be ready just in time for Pittsburgh\u2019s must-win matchup. His return would be a major boost for a defense that has kept the Steelers in contention despite offensive inconsistencies.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Austen Pleasants<\/strong> stepped up for the 49ers amid injuries on the offensive line, including the absence of Pro Bowl left tackle Trent Williams. The journeyman lineman has drawn praise for his resilience and performance, contributing meaningful snaps down the stretch as San Francisco eyes playoff positioning.<\/p>\n<h2>Coaching News<\/h2>\n<p>According to Jeremy Fowler, both the Cleveland Browns and Las Vegas Raiders have initiated preliminary research into potential head coaching changes. While no decisions have been made, both franchises are evaluating market options amid underwhelming seasons. These early assessments indicate potential shakeups depending on how the final week unfolds and postseason outcomes.<\/p>\n<h2>Team Trends and Notable Performances<\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>Pittsburgh Steelers<\/strong> continue to struggle in early-game scoring. They\u2019ve now gone 65 consecutive games without scoring more than seven points in the first quarter, placing them among the longest such droughts in NFL history. The slow starts have been a persistent issue despite the team\u2019s competitive record, adding pressure on the offensive coaching staff to improve fast starts.<\/p>\n<h2>League Policy and College Eligibility<\/h2>\n<p>The NCAA is reportedly considering a rule change allowing players who are drafted but do not sign with an NFL team to return to school. The potential policy shift could impact NFL draft strategies and player decisions going forward, particularly for underclassmen and late-round prospects.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Legal and Disciplinary News Stefon Diggs, wide receiver for the New England Patriots, faces a felony charge stemming from a domestic violence incident. The police report includes serious allegations that Diggs attempted to choke a woman, causing her to have difficulty breathing. This latest development follows resurfaced allegations from 2023 accusing Diggs of sexual battery&hellip;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gofootballanalytics.com\/statsblog\/diggs-brothers-headline-nfl-news-trevon-released-by-cowboys-stefon-faces-felony-charge-qb-questions-in-tampa-and-arizona\/\" rel=\"bookmark\"><span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Diggs Brothers Headline NFL News: Trevon Released by Cowboys, Stefon Faces Felony Charge; QB Questions in Tampa and Arizona<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"neve_meta_sidebar":"","neve_meta_container":"","neve_meta_enable_content_width":"off","neve_meta_content_width":70,"neve_meta_title_alignment":"","neve_meta_author_avatar":"","neve_post_elements_order":"","neve_meta_disable_header":"","neve_meta_disable_footer":"","neve_meta_disable_title":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[30],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-5394","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-news"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v19.7.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Diggs Brothers Headline NFL News: Trevon Released by Cowboys, Stefon Faces Felony Charge; 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