Stefon Diggs Leaves Bills for Patriots in AFC East Rivalry Twist

In a surprising turn of events, star wide receiver Stefon Diggs has left the Buffalo Bills and joined their AFC East rival, the New England Patriots. Diggs had been a key part of the Bills' offense for the past four seasons, forming a potent partnership with quarterback Josh Allen. However, the relationship between the two players reportedly became strained towards the end of their time together.

Diggs was traded from the Minnesota Vikings to the Bills in 2020, and he immediately made an impact, leading the NFL in receiving yards in his first season in Buffalo. He continued to be Allen's top target, recording over 1,100 yards and 8 touchdowns each year. But last season, Diggs' role in the offense started to diminish as the Bills shifted towards a more run-heavy approach under new offensive coordinator Joe Brady.

After the Bills were eliminated from the playoffs in 2024, Diggs was traded to the Houston Texans. He played just 8 games for the Texans before suffering a torn ACL, which led to his release. Now fully recovered, Diggs has signed a 3-year deal with the Patriots, reuniting him with his former Vikings quarterback, Kirk Cousins.

The move sets up two highly anticipated matchups each year between Diggs and his former teammate, Josh Allen, as the Bills and Patriots battle for AFC East supremacy. Diggs' departure is a significant loss for the Bills, but his arrival in New England adds another dynamic playmaker to the Patriots' offense as they look to challenge for a division title.