Washington Commanders Eye Stefon Diggs for Low-Risk Move

0:00You're listening to NFL News today. Subscribe now for fast, daily updates on your team. The Washington commanders are still searching for a wide receiver talent this off season. They made strong bids for top free agents like Alec Pierce who went back to the Indianapolis Colts on a four-year deal worth $116 million dollars and Romeo Dows who joined the New England Patriots. To add some depth, General Manager Adam Peters recently signed former draft pick Naomi Brown and veteran Van Jefferson. With the 2026 NFL draft just over a month away, the team seems set to grab a receiver early, maybe even at the number seven spot. Free agent Juan Jennings is still out there, but no buzz connects him to Washington yet, despite Peters' past ties in San Francisco. Bringing back Debo Samuel looks unlikely too, as they want a different profile moving forward. One standout name on the market is four-time pro-buller, Stefan Diggs. At 32 years old, he carries some baggage with off-field matters

1:00and a history of short stays on teams. Still, fans wonder if his skills could help right away. Last season with the Patriots, Diggs hauled in 85 catches for 1,013 yards and four touchdowns the first New England receiver to top 1,000 yards since Julian Edelman back in 2019. Plus, he's a local from Montgomery County, Maryland, a product of our Lady of Good Council High School. Signing Diggs makes sense as a low-risk, one-year move that won't cost much, giving quarterback Jaden Daniels a proven slot or outside option. Many vets like him get deals in late summer after the draft, so Washington might circle back if they need immediate help before banking on the draft, or waiting on other trades. The Daily News now is grateful to our sponsor for today's episode. No ear buds, no headbands, no awkward sleeping positions, just a pillow that plays your sound. us-o-l-i-soli-pillow.com