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Chiefs weigh bold move up to No. 20 in 2026 draft to fuel win-now push
sports11 days ago

Chiefs weigh bold move up to No. 20 in 2026 draft to fuel win-now push

Kansas City is weighing a bold play in the 2026 NFL Draft, potentially trading with Dallas to move up to No. 20 to address pass rush, cornerback, receiver and tackle needs. There’s chatter the Chiefs could pursue Stefon Diggs to bolster a thin WR room, alongside other league notes about Kelce’s brand partnership and various draft-related storylines.

Ravens Bet on Jeremiyah Love in Athletic Beat Writer Mock Draft
sports23 days ago

Ravens Bet on Jeremiyah Love in Athletic Beat Writer Mock Draft

In The Athletic’s beat-writer mock draft, Baltimore selects Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love at 14, praised as a 'home run hitter' who could anchor a revamped offense under Declan Doyle; the piece also explores a potential Stefon Diggs fit at receiver and notes Ravens’ interest in Penn State guard Vega Ioane, edge Dani Dennis-Sutton, and even a possible punter upgrade with Jamie Gillan.

Diggs to Ravens, Bosa to Lions: 2026 Free-Agent Fits
nfl24 days ago

Diggs to Ravens, Bosa to Lions: 2026 Free-Agent Fits

NFL Network’s Steve Wyche maps potential landing spots for notable 2026 free agents, highlighting Stefon Diggs to Baltimore and Joey Bosa to Detroit as marquee fits while also projecting teams like the Chargers, Dolphins, Raiders, Panthers and Steelers to pursue other veterans (Jennings, Njoku, Rodgers, Zeitler, etc.) to bolster rosters with veteran leadership and playmaking as free agency settles.

Patriots part ways with Stefon Diggs to free up cap space
sports1 month ago

Patriots part ways with Stefon Diggs to free up cap space

New England plans to release wide receiver Stefon Diggs after the league year begins, freeing roughly $16.8 million in cap space. Diggs, 32, signed a three-year, $63.5 million deal and was coming off an ACL injury, but the Patriots viewed him as a declining No. 1 option; the move leaves a WR group that could include targets like A.J. Brown or Alec Pierce as potential replacements.

Patriots part ways with Diggs, prompting a reshaped WR corps and cap relief
sports1 month ago

Patriots part ways with Diggs, prompting a reshaped WR corps and cap relief

New England plans to release Stefon Diggs after the 2026 league year, despite his 2025 production (99 catches, 1,123 yards, 4 TDs), citing age, contract structure, and off-field concerns; the move yields about $15.8 million in cap relief and creates a leadership void, forcing the Patriots to replace a top target for Drake Maye through internal development or external additions as the receiving corps is reshaped.

Patriots cut Diggs to reset cap ahead of 2026 free agency
sports1 month ago

Patriots cut Diggs to reset cap ahead of 2026 free agency

The New England Patriots plan to release wide receiver Stefon Diggs after the start of 2026 free agency due to a $26.5 million cap hit, despite Diggs producing 99 receptions for 1,123 yards and four touchdowns alongside quarterback Drake Maye in 2025. He becomes the second veteran cut this offseason for New England, with NFL free agency officially opening March 11 after the team previously parted ways with Antonio Gibson.

Patriots cut Stefon Diggs to trim cap, fueling WR-market chatter
sports1 month ago

Patriots cut Stefon Diggs to trim cap, fueling WR-market chatter

The New England Patriots released wide receiver Stefon Diggs after one season to save against a projected $26.5 million cap hit in 2026, despite his 85-catch, 1,013-yard season. The move creates a major need at receiver and could spark a pursuit of A.J. Brown or other options (including Alec Pierce) this offseason. The article notes Diggs also faces felony charges of strangulation or suffocation from a December incident, with a court date set in April.

Patriots set to release Stefon Diggs, opening door to trades
sports1 month ago

Patriots set to release Stefon Diggs, opening door to trades

The New England Patriots have informed Stefon Diggs they intend to release him at the start of the new league year, potentially triggering trade interest as other teams evaluate cap space. Diggs would carry $6 million guaranteed if he’s on the roster next week, while the move would save about $16.8 million against the cap. Diggs, who recovered from a 2024 ACL injury to post 1,013 receiving yards and four touchdowns on 85 catches in 2025, added 14 receptions for 110 yards and a TD in the postseason as the Patriots reached Super Bowl LX.

Diggs Departs Patriots After Super Bowl Run, Eyes Next Championship
sports1 month ago

Diggs Departs Patriots After Super Bowl Run, Eyes Next Championship

The New England Patriots released veteran wide receiver Stefon Diggs after a 1-year, 85-catch, 1,013-yard season with 4 TDs, clearing about $35.3 million in cap space but taking a $9.7 million dead-cap hit. Diggs, strong in the regular season but quiet in the playoffs, becomes a hot free agent as he pursues a championship with a new team.

Diggs Sparks Fresh Controversy With Cryptic Social Posts Amid Patriots Era
sports1 month ago

Diggs Sparks Fresh Controversy With Cryptic Social Posts Amid Patriots Era

Stefon Diggs’ cryptic social-media behavior continues to spark headlines as he, now with the New England Patriots, purges his Instagram and faces questions about his future amid a heavy 2026 cap hit. The piece recalls past turmoil from his Bills tenure, including a 2024 trade to the Texans, and notes ongoing legal issues—felony strangulation/suffocation and misdemeanor assault charges plus a civil defamation suit—though Diggs denies the charges and plans to defend himself.

Patriots eye another elite target to amplify Diggs in 2026 Wide Receiver Forecast
sports1 month ago

Patriots eye another elite target to amplify Diggs in 2026 Wide Receiver Forecast

The Patriots’ 2026 wide receiver outlook centers on adding a true elite playmaker around Stefon Diggs, building on a stronger 2025 receiver corps. If unrestricted free agency yields a top target, Alec Pierce is the prize due to his size-speed and deep-threat resume, though his projected ~$25 million/year price could be steep. Other veteran options (Pickens, Evans, Hopkins, Cooks, etc.) thin quickly, likely pushing New England toward the draft (Denzel Boston, KC Concepcion, or day-two targets) if a splash signing doesn’t materialize. In 2025, Diggs led the unit as the primary playmaker, with Hollins, Boutte, Douglas, and Williams contributing; the Pats will need a complementary outside weapon to free Diggs and stabilize the offense in 2026, or rely on solid protection and scheming to remain productive.