Patriots Coach Vrabel Effectively Rules Out Stefon Diggs Reunion Despite Not Closing Door Completely
Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel indicated the team is not actively pursuing a reunion with Stefon Diggs, who was released in March, though he stopped short of a complete denial. Vrabel cited the team's recent trade for A.J. Brown and free agency addition of Romeo Doubs as reasons the receiver position is adequately addressed. The statement comes as Diggs faces ongoing legal issues unrelated to football.
Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel addressed the possibility of re-signing Stefon Diggs on Wednesday, effectively dismissing the prospect while maintaining diplomatic language. Vrabel stated the team is "happy with where we're at right now" in the receiver room and is not currently exploring a Diggs reunion, though he left theoretical room for future consideration. The team's recent acquisition of A.J. Brown in a trade and the free agency signing of Romeo Doubs have solidified the receiving corps, eliminating the immediate need for a player of Diggs' caliber. Diggs was released before minicamp after leading the Patriots in receptions (85) and receiving yards (1,013) last season, becoming the franchise's first 1,000-yard receiver since Julian Edelman in 2019. Beyond football matters, Diggs is currently involved in legal proceedings, including an ongoing case with Christopher Blake Griffith and a recent acquittal on separate assault charges.
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