"While Diggs signed a three-year deal with New England in March 2025, his $20.6 million base salary in 2026 isn't fully guaranteed. If New England cuts Diggs before June 1, they would save $16.8 million, per Over The Cap. If they designate Diggs as a post-June 1 release, they would save $20.8 million in cap space by spreading a $9.7 million deal cap hit across both 2026 and 2027."
"Diggs has a court date set for this Friday. The Pro Bowl wide receiver is facing charges of assault and strangulation over an alleged incident with a woman who worked as his personal chef. He has denied the allegations, with the Patriots voicing their support for him. Diggs also was sued in Florida last week by a man identifying himself as a past business affiliate."
"[Expletive], unless they opt out of the contract," Diggs said Sunday when asked if he expects to be back in Foxborough in 2026. "I anticipate being here. I hope so. Love my guys. Hell of a year playing with them. We built some real family-like bonds, so I hope so. I don't control it."
Stefon Diggs played a key role in New England's run to Super Bowl LX and recorded over 1,000 receiving yards, a Patriots milestone not reached since 2019. Diggs signed a three-year deal in March 2025, but his $20.6 million 2026 base salary is not fully guaranteed, creating potential cap savings of $16.8 million if cut before June 1 or $20.8 million if released post-June 1. Diggs will turn 33 in November and faces criminal charges and a separate civil suit; he has denied the allegations and received team support. Roster and financial considerations make moving on a tangible possibility.
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