"For Bland, the recently paid former fifth-round pick, this will be his third consecutive game played. To this point, injuries have largely shaped his season; both his foot and shoulder have been banged up so far. This consecutive games played streak, however, could be a sign that the tide is finally turning for the former All-Pro. When Bland has played, whether from injuries or a general "decline", it hasn't been worth the $92M the front office just extended to him."
"That DaRon Bland interception was his ninth of the season, most in the NFL. Bland also has 14 career interceptions, tied with Trevon Diggs for the most by a Cowboys player in his first two seasons. Only Everson Walls (18) has more. - Dallas Cowboys Public Relations (@DallasCowboysPR) January 7, 2024 He deserves a pass on some level because of the slew of injuries he's had, but at some point, we have to see the ball-hawking playmaker we saw in 2023. This could be the game where that side of Bland finally peaks through the curtains."
DaRon Bland and Trevon Diggs are both listed as questionable but are expected to play against the Panthers, marking their fourth game together this season. Bland will make his third consecutive appearance after foot and shoulder injuries and a season limited by health. Bland ranks 123rd of 169 eligible cornerbacks on PFF and has not recorded an interception in nearly 650 days. The Cowboys extended Bland with a $92M contract despite limited production. Historical production includes nine interceptions in a season and 14 career interceptions, tied with Diggs among Cowboys in their first two seasons.
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