Patriots Release Stefon Diggs, Save Cap Space

0:00From the Daily News Now Network, this is NFL News Today. Subscribe to keep up with every headline, every game. The New England Patriots plan to release better and wide receivers to fond digs right after the 2026 NFL League year begins next Wednesday. He joined the team last off season on a three-year deal worth $63,500,000, but will partways after just one season. He's led the squad in 2025, with 99 catches for 1,123 yards and four touchdowns across the regular season and playoffs. Several factors played into the decision. Like digs being a 32-year-old coming off a torn ACL, plus his contract structure in recent legal. Troubles from an alleged assault charge. Still, he was quarterback Drake May's top target and ranked fourth league-wide in expected points added among receivers. This shake-up leaves the Patriots receiver group Finn. Now down to seven players like K-Shambut, Mack Hollins, and Rookie Kyle Williams as potential

1:04starters. None match digs his volume, so the team will likely add talent soon to free agency, trades, or the draft. Coach's Mike Raible and Elliott Wolf highlighted the need for more explosive plays at the Scouting Combine to beat top defenses and Chase A. Championship. Scouting digs creates a leadership gap too, as he mentored the room and sparked team models during their Super Bowl run. The move saves about $15.8 million in cap space after a 9.7 million dead cap hit, putting New England 57 million under the cap. It feels like the first big step in their off-season rebuild. The Daily News Now is grateful to our sponsor for today's episode. Do not just fall asleep, drift into what you are listening to. S-O-L-I-SallyPillow.com