Commanders sign Stefon Diggs to support quarterback Jayden Daniels
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 6:23 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
The Washington Commanders signed veteran receiver Stefon Diggs to a one-year, $12 million deal. This move comes after the receiver room was left thin following Terry McLaurin, and attempts to acquire Brandon Aiyuk fell through. Diggs, who had 1,013 receiving yards last season with the Patriots, is expected to boost the Commanders' receiving corps as Jayden Daniels seeks to improve after a challenging season. The Commanders invested significantly in their defense this offseason, leaving limited options for bolstering their offense.
- •Stefon Diggs signed a one-year, $12 million contract with the Commanders.
- •The team lacked depth at receiver after Terry McLaurin.
- •Brandon Aiyuk was initially considered but not signed.
- •Diggs recorded 1,013 receiving yards in his last season with the Patriots.
- •The Commanders focused most free-agent spending on defense.
- 6:23 PMYahoo Sports — Commanders to sign 4-time Pro Bowl WR Stefon Diggs
- 6:06 PMYahoo Sports — Commanders get Jayden Daniels some WR help, sign Stefon Diggs
"The Washington Commanders are signing wide receiver Stefon Diggs, giving Jayden Daniels more help in 2026.
"The Commanders took a shot on a well-known veteran to help at receiver.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 5, 2026, 6:23 PMCommanders to sign 4-time Pro Bowl WR Stefon Diggs
The Washington Commanders are signing wide receiver Stefon Diggs, giving Jayden Daniels more help in 2026.
- Yahoo SportsAug 5, 2026, 6:06 PMCommanders get Jayden Daniels some WR help, sign Stefon Diggs
The Commanders took a shot on a well-known veteran to help at receiver.
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