Overview

• Coach Mike Vrabel sat Diggs for the Patriots’ preseason opener against the Washington Commanders, citing only a “coach’s decision” with no public explanation.
• Diggs arrived roughly 45 minutes late to a joint practice two days before the game and worked with trainers before joining team drills.
• According to ESPN’s Mike Reiss, the veteran receiver recently dropped a would-be touchdown in an end-zone drill during camp.
• Despite being medically cleared after reconstructive ACL surgery, Diggs now faces fresh scrutiny over his availability and consistency.
• Coaches and teammates praise his leadership and role as Drake Maye’s primary receiving threat despite ongoing questions about his day-to-day status.