The New England Patriots have been a major focus of the NFL since the start of the new league year. Entering the offseason with the most salary cap space of any team, they have spent the second-highest amount of money on free agents so far.
Among their key acquisitions are a standout cornerback and a promising defensive lineman, but one glaring need remains—securing a true No. 1 wide receiver to support their rookie quarterback. In pursuit of that goal, they are taking steps to bolster their receiving corps.
Stefon Diggs is in Foxboro to meet with the New England Patriots, according to a source.
The Patriots badly need WR help and Diggs could provide that even if he may not be ready Week 1 as he recovers from an ACL tear.
— Chad Graff (@ChadGraff) March 19, 2025
The team is currently hosting a four-time Pro Bowl wide receiver who was once an All-Pro, as reported by a source from The Athletic. This veteran pass-catcher suffered a torn ACL in his lone season with his most recent team after being traded from his previous AFC East squad last offseason. However, before the injury, he was performing at an elite level, on track for a fifth consecutive season with at least 100 receptions. He was also a key component of a talented receiver trio alongside two emerging stars.
His peak years were spent with his former divisional team, where he formed a dynamic partnership with a star quarterback, helping establish one of the league’s top offenses over a four-year span. During his time there, he surpassed 100 catches each season, earned Pro Bowl honors annually, and even led the league with 127 receptions in his first year with them.
If his potential new team is looking for a veteran presence who can immediately serve as a primary target for their young quarterback, this experienced wideout would be an ideal fit.