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Vrabel Says Stefon Diggs Expected to Play Week 1 for Patriots

The veteran receiver is returning from a 2024 ACL tear following a preseason of limited work.

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Jul 28, 2025; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs (8) makes a one handed catch during training camp at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images/ File Photo
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Jul 28, 2025; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs (8) does a drill during training camp at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Patriots coach Mike Vrabel said Tuesday that “as of today” Diggs will be available for Sunday’s opener against the Raiders.
  • After missing all preseason games, Diggs has been practicing and ramping up with the expectation he will play, according to multiple reports.
  • New England signed the four-time Pro Bowler this offseason to serve as the primary target for rookie quarterback Drake Maye.
  • The receiving corps has been reshaped, with Ja’Lynn Polk out for the year and Javon Baker and Kendrick Bourne released, while Pop Douglas, Kayshon Boutte, Mack Hollins, and rookies Efton Chism and Kyle Williams are in the mix.
  • A reported contract clause required Diggs to pass his physical before receiving a prorated $4 million signing bonus, reflecting the careful approach to his rehab.