Could the New England Patriots be assembling the most dangerous wide receiver corps in the NFL? A recent development suggests the answer might be yes.
On Tuesday, Stefon Diggs received a major off-field victory, being found not guilty of multiple charges including felony strangulation and misdemeanor assault and battery. The charges stemmed from an alleged dispute with his private chef over money. With his legal troubles now behind him, the path is clear for Diggs to focus entirely on football.
The Patriots released Diggs at the start of the new league year in March—a move that surprised few. At 32 years old, he carried a hefty $26.5 million cap hit for 2026, the second-highest on the team. But let's not forget his production: Diggs led New England in receiving last season with 85 catches for 1,013 yards and four touchdowns. That kind of output doesn't go unnoticed.
What's intriguing is that the Patriots have never fully closed the door on a reunion. Eliot Wolf, the team's executive vice president of player personnel, recently left the door wide open when asked about bringing Diggs back.
"Yeah, I never like to rule anything out," Wolf said on Up & Adams. "There's always different scenarios that come up, whether you have an injury or a scheme shift, or whatever the case may be, so, don't want to close the door on anything."
Here's where things get really interesting. The Patriots have already signed Romeo Doubs in free agency, adding a reliable target to the mix. Even more exciting, they are expected to trade for Philadelphia Eagles superstar A.J. Brown on or after June 1. Imagine that trio lining up together: Brown's physicality, Diggs' route-running precision, and Doubs' steady hands.
For third-year quarterback Drake Maye, that receiving corps would be a dream come true. On paper, it would instantly rank among the best in the NFL—with a legitimate shot at being the best. Opposing defenses would have nightmares trying to cover all three.
Consider the context: The Patriots came within one game of winning a Super Bowl last season. That near-miss only heightens the urgency in New England. If a reunion with Diggs is financially feasible, there's no doubt the Patriots should pursue it. Diggs was a tremendous presence in the locker room before, and pairing him with Brown and Doubs could elevate this offense to championship caliber.
For fans and fantasy owners alike, this is a storyline worth watching closely. The pieces are aligning for something special in Foxborough.