Stefon Diggs’ Offseason Saga: Rival Teams Battled for Star Receiver
Stefon Diggs has found a new home once again, as the New England Patriots officially announced his signing on Friday. The veteran wide receiver, who first made his mark with the Minnesota Vikings, will now suit up for his third team in as many seasons. However, the Patriots weren’t the only ones eager to land the dynamic playmaker this offseason.
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, multiple teams expressed interest in signing Diggs before he ultimately joined New England. Among those suitors were the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Denver Broncos—two squads looking to add a proven weapon to their receiving corps. The Broncos’ pursuit of Diggs is particularly intriguing, given that their head coach, Sean Payton, has long been a villain in the eyes of Vikings fans due to his past battles with Minnesota.
Diggs, who was originally drafted by the Vikings in 2015, quickly emerged as one of the league’s top receivers. His game-changing ability was on full display in Minnesota, most famously in the “Minneapolis Miracle” playoff win over the New Orleans Saints. After his tenure with the Vikings, he was traded to the Buffalo Bills, where he continued his dominance, recording multiple 1,000-yard seasons.
Now, as he prepares to embark on a new chapter in New England, the Patriots are hoping Diggs can provide a spark to their offense. Meanwhile, fans in Denver and Jacksonville are left wondering what could have been had their teams successfully landed the star wideout.
While Diggs’ future with the Patriots remains to be seen, one thing is clear—his talent continues to draw widespread attention across the league.