"It shouldn't come as a major surprise that New England's first 1,000-yard receiver since 2019 will be a key factor in their upcoming playoff game, but New England will need their best to be at their best. New England is 5-0 when Diggs has 100+ yards this season, scoring 32.4 PPG. In all other games, New England scores 27.3 per contest."
"Donte Jackson is the supposed No. 1, with Tarheeb Still, Cam Hart, and Benjamin St-Juste behind him. They are all generally at the same level: none are great, but none are major liabilities. Derwin James has also played extensively in the slot. Diggs should be able to win the majority of his matchups when covered by any of the Chargers' four traditional cornerbacks, while getting the better of James in the slot will be key to New England's success."
"New England is a 3.5-point favorite against the Chargers, but to cover that spread and ensure they move on to the Divisional Round, they'll need to be at their best. More specifically, these players will need to be at their best to better the AFC's 11-win No. 7 seed. These three players will need to put on a show to ensure a Patriots win against the Chargers"
New England returns to the playoffs for the first time since 2021 and will host the Chargers. The Patriots are 3.5-point favorites to advance to the Divisional Round. Stefon Diggs is a crucial weapon; New England is 5-0 when Diggs posts 100+ yards, averaging 32.4 points per game in those contests versus 27.3 otherwise. The Chargers use a "cornerback by committee" with Donte Jackson, Tarheeb Still, Cam Hart, and Benjamin St-Juste, while Derwin James often occupies the slot. The Chargers' offensive line has significant injuries and poor PFF grades, contributing to 3.5 sacks allowed per game.
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