Cowboys Predicted to Make Stefon Diggs Splash as Dallas Receiver Depth Stays Under Scrutiny
The Dallas Cowboys already have one of the NFLâs most dangerous receiver duos, but one bold prediction has them adding an even bigger headline before the 2026 season begins. SB Nationâs Jarrett Bailey predicted that Dallas will sign controversial free-agent wide receiver Stefon Diggs, creating a move that would instantly dominate the NFC East conversation. For a franchise run by Jerry Jones, the idea of adding another star name with major attention attached feels impossible to completely dismiss.
Bailey placed the Cowboys-Diggs prediction at the top of his list of upcoming NFL season forecasts. His reasoning centered on Dallasâ lack of proven receiver depth behind CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens. While Lamb and Pickens give the Cowboys an elite starting point, the names behind them do not create the same confidence.
Ryan Flournoy, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, and Kavontae Turpin are currently part of the supporting group. Each brings something different, but Bailey argued that the trio is not enough behind two star receivers. If Dallas wants to build the leagueâs most dangerous passing attack, adding Diggs would be the kind of move that changes the entire room.
The fit is obvious from a football standpoint. Diggs can line up outside or in the slot, giving the Cowboys another movable chess piece. That flexibility would pair well with Lamb and Pickens, who can also be used in multiple alignments.
A trio of Lamb, Pickens, and Diggs would be a nightmare for defensive coordinators. Lamb is one of the leagueâs most complete receivers, Pickens has already shown elite upside, and Diggs still carries one of the most decorated rĂ©sumĂ©s of any available pass catcher. Even if Diggs is no longer at his absolute peak, he would not need to be the No. 1 option in Dallas.
That is what makes the idea so intriguing. Diggs would not be asked to carry the Cowboysâ passing game by himself. He would be insurance, matchup stress, and a third weapon capable of punishing defenses that overcommit to Lamb or Pickens.
The financial part of the prediction also matters. A one-year deal in the range of $10 million would be a manageable gamble for Dallas if the front office believes Diggs can still help. For a team trying to maximize Dak Prescottâs window, that kind of short-term swing could make sense.
It would also provide protection against uncertainty. Lamb has dealt with injuries, while Pickens has only one elite receiving season on his résumé. The upside of both players is enormous, but adding another proven receiver would reduce the pressure on either one to be perfect every week.
Diggsâ direct connection to Dallas adds another layer. He is the older brother of All-Pro cornerback Trevon Diggs, who spent the first six seasons of his career with the Cowboys before being released late in the 2025 regular season. That family link makes any Cowboys speculation around Stefon more interesting.
However, much of the public speculation has pointed toward Washington instead. One popular theory has been that the Commanders could try to sign both Diggs brothers and bring them closer to their Maryland roots. That idea gained more attention after a May TikTok showed the brothers smiling when asked how long it would be until both were in Commanders uniforms.
Stefonâs response only added fuel. He said that was what everyone was talking about and that they would talk about it very soon. It was not a commitment, but it was enough to keep the Washington rumor alive.
Pro Football Focus reporter Bradley Locker also called the Commanders an ideal landing spot for Stefon Diggs. His argument was that Washingtonâs receiver group remained one of the more concerning units even after the team drafted Clemsonâs Antonio Williams in the third round. Giving Jayden Daniels another reliable weapon would make obvious sense.
But the Cowboys may be just as logical, if not more dramatic. Dallas has the star power, the spotlight, and the aggressive brand identity that often surrounds major veteran additions. If Jones sees a chance to create the best receiver trio in football, he may at least consider it.
Diggsâ 2025 season with the New England Patriots showed he could still produce. He posted a 1,000-yard campaign and helped lead the team to a surprise Super Bowl appearance. That performance suggests his exit from New England was not purely about declining ability.
The veteran receiver has built a strong NFL résumé across 11 seasons. He is a two-time All-Pro, a four-time Pro Bowler, and has recorded seven 1,000-yard seasons in the last eight years. The only interruption in that stretch came after a season-ending ACL injury while he was with the Houston Texans in 2024, and he was reportedly on pace for another 1,000-yard year before going down.
That production history is why Diggs remains one of the most interesting free agents available. Players with that kind of consistency do not often sit on the market without complicated reasons. In his case, the questions are tied more to age, fit, contract expectations, and off-field concerns than to whether he has ever been productive.
The off-field conversation is part of why the word âcontroversialâ follows him. Diggsâ early exit from New England was reportedly tied to issues away from the field, even though his play remained strong. That is the kind of factor every interested team would have to evaluate seriously.
One major legal matter has already been resolved in his favor. Diggs was found not guilty in May of assaulting his former private chef. That removes the most serious issue hanging over his name, though teams may still consider the full picture before making a move.
For the Cowboys, controversy is rarely treated the same way it is in quieter markets. Dallas is used to the spotlight, and Jones has never been afraid of attention. If the team believes a player can help win, the noise may not be a deal-breaker.
That does not mean signing Diggs would be risk-free. Adding another high-profile receiver to a room with Lamb and Pickens would require clear role definition. Targets, personalities, and expectations would all need to be managed carefully.
Prescott would be central to making it work. A veteran quarterback can help keep a crowded receiver room organized by distributing the ball and maintaining trust. If Prescott clicks with Diggs quickly, the move could look brilliant.
If the chemistry is off, the signing could become a distraction. Diggs has been a star for a long time, and star receivers usually expect involvement. Dallas would need him to accept a role that may sometimes make him the third option.
That role could still be valuable. In modern NFL offenses, three high-level receivers can all have major impact because defenses live in nickel packages and rotate coverage based on matchups. Diggs would see favorable looks he rarely got as a primary defensive focus.
The Cowboysâ current depth makes the argument stronger. Flournoy has potential, Valdes-Scantling has speed, and Turpin has explosiveness, but none offers the all-around proven route-running and production of Diggs. Dallas may not need another receiver, but it could absolutely benefit from one.
The question is whether the front office views wide receiver as the best use of resources. The Cowboys still have concerns at other spots, especially on defense. Adding Diggs would be exciting, but it would not solve every roster issue.
Linebacker depth, defensive consistency, and health remain major questions. If Dallas has limited spending flexibility, the team must decide whether another receiver is more valuable than help elsewhere. That is where the prediction becomes more debatable.
Still, the NFL is an offense-driven league, and Dallas may decide that overwhelming defenses is the best path. Lamb, Pickens, and Diggs would give the Cowboys a receiving group capable of carrying games. With Prescott and Brandon Aubrey also providing stability, the offense could become extremely difficult to chase.
The move would also send a message to the rest of the NFC. Dallas has often been criticized for waiting too long or failing to be aggressive enough in key windows. Signing Diggs would be a clear sign that the Cowboys are not content with simply being good.
It would also steal attention from Washington. If the Commanders have been viewed as the natural landing spot because of the Diggs brothersâ Maryland ties, Dallas jumping in would create major division drama. Few storylines would be more fitting for the NFC East.
The Cowboysâ history with Trevon Diggs adds emotional complexity. Trevonâs release late last season changed the familyâs connection to the franchise. It is unclear whether that would make Stefon more or less interested in Dallas.
On one hand, the Cowboys are familiar territory through his brotherâs history. On the other hand, the ending of Trevonâs Dallas tenure may complicate the idea. That is something only the parties involved would truly know.
Washingtonâs pitch could lean on home, family, and opportunity with Daniels. Dallasâ pitch would lean on contention, offensive star power, and the chance to play in the leagueâs brightest spotlight. Both arguments have appeal.
Diggsâ decision may ultimately come down to role and money. A short-term incentive-heavy deal with a contender could be attractive if he wants to rebuild value or chase another deep playoff run. If he wants the biggest target share possible, Dallas may not be the easiest fit.
But if he wants to win and extend his career in a dangerous offense, the Cowboys would make sense. He would not face constant double coverage, and he could still be featured in important situations. That balance may appeal to a veteran at this stage.
Baileyâs prediction may be bold, but it is not random. The Cowboys love big moves, need more receiver depth, and have the kind of offensive core that could maximize a veteran like Diggs. The idea checks enough boxes to be taken seriously.
The risk is the same as always with Dallas. A headline move can bring excitement, but it also raises expectations. If Diggs signs and the Cowboys fall short, the criticism would be loud.
That is part of the franchiseâs identity. Dallas does not make quiet moves in a quiet market. Everything becomes larger because the Cowboys are involved.
For now, Diggs remains available, and speculation will continue until he signs. The Commanders may still be the easier narrative because of family and geography. But the Cowboys may be the more explosive football and media fit.
If Jones decides the receiver room needs one more star, Diggs could become the kind of late offseason swing that defines the conversation before Week 1. A Lamb-Pickens-Diggs trio would instantly put Dallas in the debate for the NFLâs best pass-catching group. It would also make the Cowboys even more impossible to ignore.
That may be exactly why the prediction feels believable. Dallas has the need, the stage, and the owner who enjoys making news. Stefon Diggs would bring talent, drama, and another layer of pressure to a team already built for headlines.
Whether that becomes reality remains uncertain. But if the Cowboys want to make one more offensive splash, Diggs is the name that would shake the league. For better or worse, it would be the most Dallas Cowboys move imaginable.