Buffalo Bills wide receiver Stefon Diggs addressed his midseason performance decline in a recent statement, expressing frustration over his struggles with drops.
Diggs clarified to reporters that he believes he is putting in the same effort as before and does not perceive a personal drop-off in his performance.
However, a news outlet misquoted Diggs, combining two separate statements from his press conference and creating the impression that he was taking a shot at the team. Diggs responded on Instagram with disbelief, questioning the accuracy of the presented quote.
The article, written by Tim Graham of The Athletic, highlighted Diggs’ recent performance slump after a strong start to the season. Diggs, who was on pace for over 1,700 yards and 14 touchdowns in the first six games, saw a decline in the following seven. The report emphasized Diggs’ frustration but stressed that he continued to put in the same level of effort.
The misinterpreted quote added fuel to existing rumors of tension between Diggs and the team, stemming from events during the 2022 season. Diggs displayed discontent during a playoff loss to the Cincinnati Bengals, followed by cryptic social media posts. While there were issues during mandatory minicamp in June, both sides asserted that they resolved their football-related differences.
Speculation about Diggs’ future with the Bills has arisen, with some suggesting a potential trade to make way for younger players. Despite the team’s 7-6 record after beating the Kansas City Chiefs, there are concerns about its playoff standing, leading to speculation about changes in the roster for the 2024 season.
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