One insider believes rumors about the relationship between the Bills and wide receiver Stefon Diggs are exaggerated.
Tuesday on "NFL Total Access," Ian Rapoport of NFL Network said speculation surrounding Diggs is "wrong."
From @NFLTotalAccess: On #Bills WR Stefon Diggs, and why it’s best to follow Josh Allen’s words… pic.twitter.com/rA4ITPNWnH
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) June 20, 2023
That's a bold take because the Bills and the three-time Pro Bowler might need to resolve some concerns.
Questions about Diggs and Buffalo arose after he was absent during the first day of mandatory mini-camp on June 13. Also, he had skipped OTAs and the team's voluntary workouts earlier in the offseason.
Diggs reported to mini-camp on June 14, and Buffalo head coach Sean McDermott said he excused the WR since "we all needed a break and some space."
Ben Volin of the Boston Globe reported, "Diggs' frustration is with his role in the offense and his voice in play calling." Perhaps that ties to the wideout missing most of the offseason program.
A 27-10 divisional-round loss to the Bengals exemplifies the WR's frustrations since he only caught four receptions for 35 yards and had a tense interaction with quarterback Josh Allen.
Stefon Diggs exchanging some words with Josh Allen on the sideline pic.twitter.com/J2heSTBMrc
— NFL on CBS (@NFLonCBS) January 22, 2023
Allen recently admitted he's working on mending his relationship with Diggs, saying, "I know, internally, we're working on some things."
Diggs and the Bills are reportedly making progress on solving some of their problems.
"In the here and now, things are O.K.," Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated wrote. "And there's a good chance the team will be able to manage it effectively during the season."
So maybe the situation is starting to calm down, and both parties are getting back on the same page. Regardless, Buffalo must ensure that Diggs is happy since he's a pivotal piece for a Super Bowl contender.
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