Cowboys’ DaRon Bland’s Reputation Is Better Than His Coverage

Inside The Star's Cody Warren argues that Dallas Cowboys cornerback DaRon Bland's coverage performance no longer justifies his four-year, $92 million contract extension. Following a breakout 2023 campaign featuring five pick-sixes, Bland has experienced a significant decline in production. Warren highlights that Bland has surrendered 11 touchdowns while securing only one interception across 24 appearances since that career year.

The writer notes that foot injuries limited Bland to 19 games across the 2024 and 2025 seasons. However, Warren contends that the physical setbacks do not excuse Bland's continuing coverage vulnerabilities, emphasizing that opposing quarterbacks regularly exploit the cornerback in coverage rather than fearing his past reputation.