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The former beloved Bills player was recently released by the Patriots and expressed his desire to return to Buffalo, saying "My heart belongs to Buffalo."

Buffalo, NY – Just hours after the New England Patriots officially released Stefon Diggs to free up approximately $16.8 million in cap space for the 2026 season, the star wide receiver shared an emotional message that has sent Bills Mafia into a frenzy.
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“THANK YOU for a hell of a year. We family forever,” Diggs wrote on his Instagram Story shortly after the news was confirmed. Although Diggs only played one season in New England, his heartfelt farewell immediately brought back memories of his deep connection with Buffalo – the city where he became a franchise icon.

At 32 years old, Diggs enjoyed four outstanding seasons with the Buffalo Bills (2020–2023), racking up 445 receptions, 5,372 yards, 37 touchdowns, and earning four consecutive Pro Bowl selections. He led the NFL in receptions (127) and yards (1,535) in 2020, becoming an essential part of the explosive Josh Allen era. Despite being traded to the Houston Texans in 2024 (with the Bills absorbing a record-breaking $31 million in dead cap), Diggs’ affection for Buffalo never waned.

In recent interviews, when asked about his time with the Bills, Diggs said, “Buffalo is where I grew up, where I became who I am. It’s family.” Now, after being released by the Patriots just one season into his contract (85 receptions, 1,013 yards, 4 TDs, along with playoff contributions that helped lead the team to the Super Bowl), many believe that his message of “We family forever” is not just a simple thank-you – but an unspoken suggestion that he would be ready to return if the Bills extend an offer.

From the perspective of Bills Mafia, this is an opportunity they cannot afford to miss. With Josh Allen still leading the offense, and the team in need of another weapon to complement Khalil Shakir and Keon Coleman, Diggs – though 32 – remains an elite wide receiver who can make an immediate impact. A contract for the veteran minimum or one heavily incentivized is entirely feasible, especially given that he is still receiving a significant portion of his guaranteed salary from the Patriots.

While the future remains uncertain, one thing is clear: Stefon Diggs has never truly left Buffalo in his heart. If he returns to Highmark Stadium in red and blue, it would be one of the most emotional reunions of the NFL offseason.

Bills Mafia, what do you think? Does “We family forever” mean Diggs will be back?

 

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