Could the Patriots Really Walk Away from Stefon Diggs Without Paying a Dime?
So here’s what’s buzzing in the NFL right now, and yeah—it’s wild. Stefon Diggs, the big-name wide receiver the New England Patriots signed this offseason, might be out before he even plays a single down for them. You heard that right. We're talking about a potential clean break, no cash owed, nothing. But it’s not quite that simple.
Let’s rewind a little. The Patriots made headlines by signing Diggs to what was reported as a three-year, $69 million deal, with $26 million guaranteed. Sounds solid, right? But when you dig into the contract, things get murky. Very murky. According to insider reports, including one from Mike Florio, the guarantees don’t really kick in until Diggs passes a full physical. And we’re talking about a guy recovering from a torn ACL he suffered in 2024.
That means if he doesn’t pass that physical—which is entirely judged by the team’s own doctor—the Patriots don’t have to pay him beyond potentially an initial $4 million, if that’s even been paid yet. So essentially, the whole deal could evaporate if the knee doesn't check out.
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And then came the now-infamous boat video. Diggs was seen partying over Memorial Day Weekend with an unknown pink substance in hand, which immediately raised red flags. Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel acknowledged the incident and stressed the importance of "great decisions on and off the field." But Scott Zolak, who’s plugged into the team’s thinking, suggested it’s not just the boat video. There are apparently more concerns—stuff we might not even know about yet—that have the team questioning his overall commitment and fit.
It’s complicated because on the field, a healthy Stefon Diggs could be a game-changer for rookie QB Drake Maye. He’s a four-time Pro Bowler, a legit WR1, and the kind of player this offense desperately needs. But off the field? The doubts are piling up fast. And when you combine that with the way the contract is structured, the Patriots have a pretty clear exit ramp. If they want to walk away, they probably can—and not owe him anything substantial.
It’s a tough situation. On one hand, you want to give a player like Diggs the benefit of the doubt, especially given his resume. On the other hand, this is a new era in Foxborough, with Mike Vrabel trying to build a team-first culture. Any distraction—especially a high-priced one—might not be worth the risk.
So yeah, the question isn't just can the Patriots cut Stefon Diggs and owe him nothing. Legally, they might be able to. The real question is— will they pull the trigger?
Stay tuned, because this saga is far from over.
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