"There was a lot of pressure on Mike Vrabel and the new Patriots' regime as soon as free agency began to get a clear WR1 that the offense has lacked for several years. They were equipped with the most cap space in the league to spend, allowing them to explore far more options than they have in recent years, yet they didn't sign anyone until Stefon Diggs agreed to a contract."
"It was a controversial choice from the get-go due to the 31-year-old coming off a season that abruptly ended due to an ACL injury. On top of that, his recent antics to get himself traded from the Bills were all too familiar to Patriots fans, who witnessed the drama unfold throughout the years leading to his trade to the Texans."
"Among the most storied parts of his time in Buffalo were the outbursts by Diggs seen during Bills' games, with perhaps the most memorable being their snow game in the playoffs. It was reported that the receiver had been frustrated with his lack of targets during the game, which was among the biggest worries for fans since his arrival in Foxboro."
Mike Vrabel and the Patriots entered free agency with the league's most cap space to obtain a clear WR1 that the offense lacked. The team waited to sign a receiver until Stefon Diggs agreed, a controversial choice given his recent ACL-ending season and trade-related antics in Buffalo. Fans and analysts worried these behavioral patterns might recur in New England. Teammates and reporters, however, noted professional conduct and optimism about Diggs' recovery. Early indications show no repeat of Buffalo outbursts, and Diggs acknowledged knowledge of Josh McDaniels' offense and that he will not necessarily be the most targeted receiver.
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