In a significant development shaking up the NFL free agency landscape, veteran wide receiver Stefon Diggs has been released by the New England Patriots, making him a free agent after just one season with the team.
His individual performance underscored his value as a bona fide NFL receiver capable of consistently surpassing the 1,000-yard mark, a feat he has accomplished multiple times in his career.
He was arraigned on February 13, following Super Bowl 60, and has pleaded not guilty to felony strangulation or suffocation and misdemeanor assault and battery charges.
This move by the Patriots, a franchise known for its pragmatic and often ruthless approach to roster management, clearly signals a zero-tolerance policy when legal challenges become severe, even if it means taking a hit on a recent significant investment.
The phrase "We family forever (heart emoji)," which Diggs posted on Instagram following his release, hints at personal connections that might not always align with professional organizational structures.
Veteran wide receiver Stefon Diggs is set to hit the free-agent market after the New England Patriots released him, just one season into a three-year contract. The move comes as Diggs faces strangulation and assault allegations.