Patriots reportedly don’t intend to cut Stefon Diggs amid video controversy

On the seventh day of the New England Patriots’ organized team activity, wide receiver Stephon Diggs finally appeared.

While skilled veterans typically wait until training camp to begin training with their teams, Diggs’ presence in the Otas was prominent and important to both players and the franchise after the video of him partying on the boat went viral last week and became the subject of public criticism when the patriots had to answer.

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In addition to dealing with Diggs’ off-field decisions, the Patriots have shut down rumors that they will cut receivers acquired at free agency. NFL Network.

Both that report and Diggs attendance at OTAS are good signs.

The Patriot signed a three-year contract worth $69 million ($26 million guarantee) with four-time professional bowler Diggs in March, and didn’t want the deal to be wasted. However, since that contract, his offseason has been highlighted by his NBA game appearances with his girlfriend Cardi B and Boat Video.

New England Patriot receiver Stefon Diggs and rapper Cardi B are sitting courtside during the NBA playoff game in New York, New York. (Getty Images)

However, reporting to OTA changes the story. It shows that the Patriots and Diggs are on the same page about working to lead him onto the field.

That’s because the Diggs are still recovering from tears in the ACL, playing for his former team, the Houston Texans in Week 8 of last season. It is expected to keep him out at least until the fourth week of this season. Athletic.

Based on the money the Patriot invests in Diggs, he should be encouraged to prioritize and focus his rehabilitation. It may not have been last week, but it appears to be moving in that direction. What appears in OTAS is a clear and positive sign of it.

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