Free agent wide receiver Stefon Diggs made headlines this past week with a visit to the New England Patriots. While he didn’t walk away with a contract, his time with the team reportedly left a positive impression, particularly regarding his ongoing recovery from a torn ACL.
According to reports, Diggs is making notable strides in his rehabilitation. He’s running full speed, feeling more comfortable with his cuts, and showing progress ahead of schedule in his recovery process. This development is promising, especially considering it was just under five months ago that he suffered the injury while playing for the Houston Texans in a Week 8 clash against the Indianapolis Colts. Up until that point, Diggs was having a solid season, tallying 47 receptions for 496 yards and three touchdowns over his first eight games.
Now, the critical question that looms is whether NFL teams believe Diggs can regain his former prowess after such a significant injury. As he approaches 32 years old during the 2025 season, the potential for bounce-back into his previous form—where he notched 1,000 yards receiving for six consecutive seasons, two with the Vikings and four with the Bills—remains uncertain. The fact that he is still without a contract underscores the lingering concerns about his ability to return to elite-level performance. As teams search for reliable and explosive playmakers, Diggs’ recovery will undoubtedly be watched closely.
