Patriots WR Stefon Diggs Avoids PUP to Start Training Camp After ACL Tear

Stefon Diggs, who tore his ACL in October 2024 while with the Houston Texans, is not on the New England Patriots' Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) or Non-Football Injury (NFI) lists as training camp begins, signaling strong progress in his recovery. Although Diggs is only about eight months into the typical 9-12 month ACL rehabilitation process, his ability to participate in camp activities suggests he could be ready to contribute early in the 2025 season. Diggs, who signed a three-year, $69 million contract with the Patriots in March, is expected to be a key veteran presence and top target for rookie quarterback Drake Maye, potentially enhancing the Patriots' receiving corps that struggled in 2024. Other Patriots players, including Mack Hollins, Vederian Lowe, Jahlani Tavai, Austin Hooper, Carlton Davis III, Josh Minkins, and Jeremiah Webb, have started camp on the PUP or NFI lists and will need to clear physicals to return. Diggs' return is viewed as a significant boost not only for the Patriots' offense but also for fantasy football managers considering his WR1-caliber production potential. His participation in training camp marks an encouraging step toward a full comeback from his injury.