Patriots Release Diggs, Eye Cooper for Replacement

0:00You're listening to NFL News today. Subscribe now for fast daily updates on your team. The New England Patriots are shaken up their offense by planning to release wide receivers to fond digs after just one season. Digs led the team with 85 catches for 1,013 yards and four touchdowns last year. This move leaves them with an urgent need for more weapons to support quarterback Drake May ahead of free agency and the NFL draft. Digs had signed a three-year deal worth $69 million but the Patriots are cutting him loose before the new league year starts. Reports from NFL Network confirmed the decision earlier this week highlighting how the team expected to build around young talent but now faces A. Bigger gap at the position. Insiders like Phil Perry from NBC Sports Boston are already pointing to potential replacements. Perry highlighted draft prospects who excel in short and intermediate routes much like Digs did. He specifically called out Indiana's Omar Cooper Jr. as a top fit for New England's scheme.

1:01Cooper Jr. helped his college team win a national championship with 69 receptions, 937 yards and 13. Touchdowns, his physical style after the catch and blocking in the run game would suit new coaches Mike Raible and Josh McDaniels. Meanwhile, the 2026 NFL draft kicks off April 23rd through 25th in Pittsburgh. If the Patriots grab an edge rusher in free agency first, experts see Cooper as a smart long-term option to fill the void left by digs. This episode is brought to you in partnership with our sponsor. When you want calm do not reach for your phone. Lay back and listen. S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com.