Summary
The New England Patriots released Stefon Diggs to save $6 million before free agency, but they might re-sign him. Patriots executive Eliot Wolf mentioned that the decision to release Diggs was due to various factors, including money and his performance on the field.
Key Facts
- The Patriots let go of Stefon Diggs to avoid paying an additional $6 million.
- Diggs was released before the NFL free agency period began.
- Eliot Wolf, a Patriots executive, indicated that they might consider re-signing Diggs.
- The decision to release Diggs involved financial reasons and other factors.
- Last season, Diggs played in all 17 games with 85 catches for 1,013 yards and four touchdowns.
- Despite Diggs' release, the Patriots have signed another player, Romeo Doubs, as a potential replacement.
- The team is also exploring a trade for Eagles player A.J. Brown, but no deal has been made yet.