Diggs' 101 Yards After 2024 ACL Powers Patriots

The New England Patriots beat the Carolina Panthers 42-13 in Week 4 as Stefon Diggs caught six passes for 101 yards. The 101-yard game was Diggs’ first 100-yard performance in 22 outings and came as he returns from a 2024 torn ACL, and he now leads New England in receptions and receiving yards. Coaches Mike Vrabel and offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels have been moving Diggs around the formation (slot, outside, X) to expand his role, and Diggs said a prior “5 out of 10” comment about his comfort in the offense was partly facetious as he stays hungry. Teammates and coaches expect his rapid rehab and steady progress to carry into Week 5’s divisional trip to Highmark Stadium, where Diggs — a former Buffalo Bill — called the Bills’ fan base “crazy” and said facing his former team will be emotional.