Overview

• The Patriots are using Diggs’ final physical exam as a checkpoint for releasing the first significant portion of his three-year, $63.5 million deal.
• Diggs, recovering from an October ACL tear, described his progress as a daily “grind” but did not commit to being available for Week 1.
• Coach Mike Vrabel has underscored a strict no-distraction policy and linked the timing of Diggs’ clearance to team standards.
• The wide receiver has refused to discuss a viral May yacht video featuring a pink substance, citing his desire to keep personal matters private.
• Rookie quarterback Drake Maye commended Diggs as a valuable veteran presence and anticipates integrating him once he is fully cleared.