Patriots’ Stefon Diggs Gets Blunt About Reduced Role

It's been a weird last few weeks for New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs. After the start to the season that netted him plenty of catches, yards and snaps, his on-field production has dwindled.

In the Patriots' last loss to the Buffalo Bills in Week 15, Diggs was only on the field for 26 snaps. He only caught three passes for 26 yards, part of what amounted to eight receptions by Patriots wide receivers in the game.

Diggs has been a consistent part of New England's arial attack. He has been quarterback Drake Maye's favorite target, leading the team in targets (83), receptions (67) and receiving yards (731). But as of late, the former Pro Bowler has only caught eight passes over the last three weeks.

When asked about adapting to diminished playing time, Diggs says he's just taking it as he goes.

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"(Expletive), I don’t know," Diggs said in front of his locker this week. "For real, like, just trying to get used to it. I mean, you know, it kind of was the same kind of in the beginning of the year, too. I just try to take advantage of the opportunities I do get. And when I am out there, be a vessel. Be a positive force, rather than, you know, being any other way.

"I’m adjusting to it. Like, I just try to do what I’m asked, and then handle it the best way I can. You know, I always want to be out there. I want to make plays, and I want to play at a high level. But we’ve got a lot of skill guys. We got a lot of amazing players. I’m just doing what I can."