Stefon Diggs told reporters that he plans to remain with the Patriots next season, while also acknowledging that the decision isn’t completely up to him.
“[Expletive], unless they opt out of the contract,” Diggs said. “I anticipate being here. I hope so. Love my guys. Hell of a year playing with them. We built some real family-like bonds, so I hope so. I don’t control it.”
Diggs signed a three-year deal with the Patriots worth up to $69 million last offseason. He is under contract through the 2027 season.
The 32-year-old receiver emerged as an emotional leader for the Patriots this year, firing the team up with pregame speeches.