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Stefon Diggs considers joining Washington Commanders after Patriots exit

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 7:29 PM

Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Stefon Diggs considers joining Washington Commanders after Patriots exit

Summary

Stefon Diggs is currently a free agent after leaving the New England Patriots at the end of last season. He achieved 85 receptions for 1,013 receiving yards and four touchdowns during his tenure with the Patriots. Diggs is reportedly intrigued by the opportunity to play for the Washington Commanders, who are exploring their receiving options ahead of the 2026 season. Despite being born in Maryland, he may prefer to join a Super Bowl contender after the Commanders finished last season with a 5-12 record.

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Status Watch

•Diggs had 85 receptions and over 1,000 receiving yards last season.
•Washington Commanders are assessing their receiving corps as training camp continues.
•Diggs was raised in Maryland, adding local significance to a potential signing.
•The Commanders had a disappointing 5-12 record last season.

Latest Updates

7:29 PMYahoo Sports — Stefon Diggs Finds New NFL Home After One-Year Stint with the Patriots
6:22 PMYahoo Sports — ‘On the radar’ – How Stefon Diggs feels about joining Washington Commanders after Patriots exit revealed

What they're saying

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Stefon Diggs remains a free agent following his departure from the New England Patriots at the end of last season. Diggs had 85 receptions, 1,013 receiving yards and four receiving touchdowns in 17 regular season games for the Patriots.
— Yahoo Sports