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Stefon Diggs joins Washington, fuelling speculation over brother Trevon
Stefon Diggs is expected to join the Washington Commanders on a one-year contract worth up to $12 million, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports. The four-time Pro Bowl receiver will give quarterback Jayden Daniels…
The Story in Brief
Stefon Diggs is expected to join the Washington Commanders on a one-year contract worth up to $12 million, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports. The four-time Pro Bowl receiver will give quarterback Jayden Daniels another established target alongside Terry McLaurin. Diggs was released by the New England Patriots after recording 85 catches for 1,013 yards and four touchdowns in 17 regular-season games.
The move has revived speculation that Washington could also pursue Trevon Diggs, the former Dallas Cowboys cornerback. Trevon shared the NFL’s announcement on Instagram with a praying-hands emoji. He previously played under Commanders coach Dan Quinn in Dallas, but there is no indication Washington is preparing an immediate move. Recurring knee injuries and inconsistent coverage last season could make the team cautious. Stefon’s arrival also makes a trade for San Francisco receiver Brandon Aiyuk less likely.
The Indian Opinion
The lazy narrative is that family ties and a familiar coach make Trevon’s move to Washington inevitable. They do not. The opposing overreaction is that Stefon’s signing ends Brandon Aiyuk’s trade market altogether. It merely removes Washington as a likely landing spot. The useful test is practical: whether Trevon can stay healthy and whether another club offers San Francisco a convincing package for Aiyuk.
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