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Stefon Diggs sends message to Patriots fans ahead of his release

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports | By Grey Papke | Last updated Mar 4, 2026 4:44 PM ET

The New England Patriots are releasing wide receiver Stefon Diggs, and the veteran had a nice message for the team’s fans on his way out the door.

Diggs posted a message on social media thanking Patriots fans for a memorable year and referred to them as “family forever” ahead of his departure.

Diggs spent just one season with the Patriots, though it will go down as a memorable one. He re-established himself as a valuable player coming off a torn ACL, catching 85 passes for 1,013 yards and four touchdowns.

He definitely means it when he says the chance to come back and play again at a high level was quite meaningful to him.

Stefon Diggs’ good bye. The Patriots will release the veteran receiver next week. pic.twitter.com/fLEYOsElqH
— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) March 4, 2026

The Patriots’ decision is ultimately a financial one, as Diggs’ cap charge was set to rise to $26.5 million next season. That was more than the team was willing to pay to keep him.

Diggs turned 32 in November. He should have plenty of suitors in free agency.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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