The Washington Commanders remain hotly linked with more wide receiver help at some stage before the regular season arrives. Most of that centers on Brandon Aiyuk, but he's under contract with the San Francisco 49ers amid their heated standoff.
But a notable recent development led Commanders fans to speculate about another option who is available right now.
The New England Patriots released Stefon Diggs this offseason, despite going over 1,000 receiving yards and helping them to an AFC championship. Being a distraction was the reported reason, which is a bit rich considering what's unfolded with head coach Mike Vrabel since then.
Commanders should approach Stefon Diggs with caution despite court verdict
New England had the perfect reason to dispose of the four-time Pro Bowler. Diggs was due in court soon after his departure on assault, battery, and strangulation charges following an alleged incident with his former personal chef. But after his day in court, the wideout was found not guilty.
This was immediately followed by rumors about where Diggs could resume his professional career. And one didn't have to look far on social media for Washington fans pleading with general manager Adam Peters to take the plunge.
Dear Adam Peters,
— 🐽 Hogfarmer Keith 🐽 (@Kgskins26) May 6, 2026
If you are serious about contending, you go get on the phone and you make Diggs to Washington happen. Do not waste away your franchise QB. Bring Diggs home. Now. Why are you still reading this? Get on the phone. NOW!
Sincerely,
Fan who’s tired of losing!
Unpopular opinion: If the #Commanders are going to pursue a crash-out this offseason, they might as well get the more productive player.
— George Carmi (@Gcarmi21) May 5, 2026
Bring Diggs home.
All you need is one season from him to get over the hump. Draft a new WR early next year. #RaiseHail pic.twitter.com/0snHvubC27
Whether it'll become reality is another matter.
Peters rates character highly. He released kicker Brandon McManus without playing a down when allegations of sexual assault emerged. There was a ruthlessness to that decision that set the tone. Every roster move is measured equally in terms of both roster culture and talent. Diggs might be cleared of charges, but that doesn't mean there aren't risks.
Diggs can still play. He can still get open. He can still make tough catches. He can still make things easier for a young quarterback in the short to intermediate areas of the field. This would also be a homecoming of sorts for the Maryland native, so it's not hard to see why some sections of the fan base are clamoring for the move.
But for Peters, there is much more than just on-field production to consider if they opt to investigate this idea in greater detail.
Some fans want it. Even so, it would still be a contentious issue if the Commanders went down this route. Diggs is getting older, and he has obvious baggage from his time in the league. That matters.
What Peters needs to figure out is how much it could upset things in the locker room if things aren't going Diggs' way.
He remained professional in New England, but things were going well. His relationship with Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen fizzled out. Injuries wrecked his time with the Houston Texans. And he even fell out with Kirk Cousins, which led to his blockbuster departure from the Minnesota Vikings.
The Commanders' throwing their hat in the ring remains unlikely, even after Diggs' not guilty verdict. But never say never in the NFL.
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