The New England Patriots are set to release veteran wide receiver Stefon Diggs when the NFL's new league year begins on 11 March, ending his one‑year stint with the club despite a 1,000‑yard season and leading the team in receptions and receiving yards in 2025. The decision is part of a financial recalibration by the Patriots as they enter the 2026 free agency period and reassess their roster strategy ahead of the draft and player market.
Diggs, 32, was informed of the move in early March by the Patriots' front office. His release follows the team's decision to avoid triggering a $6 million (around £4.5 million) contract guarantee that would have taken effect on 13 March, a figure the franchise deemed too large given its broader salary cap considerations.
