This offseason has been littered with rumors, speculation, and opinions about what the Washington Commanders should do at wide receiver behind Terry McLaurin. But a new report suggests there was only one man on general manager Adam Peters' mind.
According to NFL insider Jordan Schultz, Diggs has always been the Commanders' top priority as the new running mate for Terry McLaurin. There were some legal issues to solve earlier in this offseason, but the player has already been in communication with quarterback Jayden Daniels in readiness for the opportunity.
Now, it's here.
"There has been a lot of talk about Brandon Aiyuk and the Commanders. But Stefon Diggs has been Washington’s primary target to pair alongside Terry McLaurin. I’m told Diggs and (Jayden) Daniels have been in communication, and the deal is now across the finish line."
Stefon Diggs was always the Commanders' priority, and the timing is perfect
The Brandon Aiyuk smoke had been diminishing since his social media tirades, which included taking shots at Daniels. Diggs's arrival removes it entirely, and it was the right call to make in the circumstances.
Diggs has the proven production. He's coming off a superb season and is confident more can arrive without being on a snap count. He also wanted to be in Washington, which gives the Maryland product a chance to showcase his capabilities in more familiar surroundings.
The Commanders have reportedly given Diggs a one-year deal that could be worth up to $12 million with incentives. More importantly, it gives them another high-quality receiver with a flair for the big occasion.
Aiyuk was too erratic, too unpredictable, and if he doesn't apply for reinstatement, he might be out of the league entirely.
General manager Adam Peters moves in silence. Some wondered why Diggs wasn't acquired earlier in the offseason. Some thought Washington wasn't seriously considering the possibility, but that couldn't be further from the truth.
It's a move everyone wanted. It just had to happen at the right time.
The Commanders know what they're doing. Peters leaves nothing to chance, and he runs a tight ship. Buzz doesn't build in the media until there is something concrete soon after. But according to Schultz, this has been on the cards for months.
Fans needn't have panicked. It was easy to feel trepidation with so much at stake for Washington in 2026, but the Commanders are in good hands with Peters leading the charge.
They have placed a significant vote of confidence in Diggs to give him his desired switch. Now, it's time to repay this faith.
Diggs is a marquee addition to the squad. And if this report is accurate, it was a foregone conclusion from a long way out.
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