"That is, in part, what has created a strong bond with this season's roster, and nobody has been more vocal about that than wide receiver Stefon Diggs. A controversial figure coming into his first year in New England, he has been a glue in the locker room and an instant leader to keep his teammates motivated, and that remains the case going into the divisional round next weekend against the Texans."
"While speaking to reporters on Monday afternoon, the receiver was asked about his pregame speech from Sunday night's win over the Chargers, in which he proclaimed that nobody believed in his team. Although that seems fairly obvious to anyone who has paid attention to this season, Diggs explained himself, and he basically echoed what many Patriots fans have been saying all season long, especially now that they're in the postseason."
The New England Patriots have overcome a five-year downturn to reach the postseason despite persistent public skepticism. The team's resurgence has intensified an underdog identity that has strengthened locker-room cohesion. Wide receiver Stefon Diggs has emerged as a vocal leader and a unifying presence for a roster that includes a young quarterback and many young players. Diggs delivered a pregame message declaring that nobody believed in the team and reiterated that the group grew together over the season. Diggs addressed reporters about the speech and emphasized the team's belief and shared motivation as it prepares for the divisional-round game against the Texans. Fans have embraced the team's chip-on-the-shoulder mentality.
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