In a steady declaration of their commitment, the New England Patriots have confirmed they won't be parting ways with wide receiver Stefon Diggs, according to NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport.
Speculation about Diggs’ future in New England briefly surged last week when Scott Zolak, a former Patriots quarterback and current radio commentator, suggested that cutting Diggs was "on the table."
The buzz stemmed from a viral clip showing Diggs with a bag of pink powder on a boat – a scene that sparked a whirlwind of rumors online. However, the team swiftly dismissed these stories as misguided.
Despite the noise, Monday saw Diggs returning to the Patriots’ organized team activities, reaffirming his place in the team’s plans.
Even with a significant hurdle in his past - tearing the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his right knee during an October matchup against the Indianapolis Colts while he was still with the Texans - the Patriots showcased their faith in Diggs by securing him with a three-year, $69 million contract this offseason.
At 31, Diggs has a remarkable track record, boasting six consecutive seasons surpassing the 1,000-yard mark before the injury-shortened campaign last year limited him to just eight games.
