Patriots: What Would Have to Happen for Stefon Diggs to Return
Summary
The New England Patriots released wide receiver Stefon Diggs in March to manage their salary costs, but they might consider bringing him back under certain conditions. The team plans to try trading for another receiver, A.J. Brown, and Diggs is unlikely to return unless Brown joins the team or injuries affect the current receivers.Key Facts
- The Patriots released Stefon Diggs to reduce their salary cap charge, which was increasing from $10.5 million to $26.5 million.
- Diggs was the Patriots’ top receiver last season, with 85 catches for 1,013 yards and 4 touchdowns.
- The Patriots want to trade for A.J. Brown from the Philadelphia Eagles soon.
- Diggs is 32 years old and has a history of injuries. Brown is 29 but has also played a lot.
- The Patriots have other receivers, including Romeo Doubs, Mack Hollins, and DeMario Douglas.
- The team feels it is risky to rely heavily on both Diggs and Brown because of injury concerns and competition for passes.
- Diggs said after the Super Bowl loss that he wants to return to the Patriots.
- The Patriots could have re-signed Diggs but chose to invest in Doubs with a large contract instead.
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