Patriots wideout Stefon Diggs and rapper Cardi B sitting court side during Game 4 of the Knicks-Celtics Eastern Conference second round playoff series at Madison Square Garden on May 12, 2025 in ...

Basically, the Patriots owe Diggs nothing until he passes a full physical clearing him to practice and play. And the team’s doctor has exclusive discretion to determine whether Diggs passes. So if the doctor never believes Diggs is ready to play, the Patriots — in theory — owe him nothing.

Diggs signed a 3-year, $69 million contract with the Patriots in March. The deal is fairly team-friendly, however, with only $1.7 million guaranteed beyond the 2025 season .

Diggs signed a 3-year, $69 million contract with the Patriots in March. The deal is fairly team-friendly, however, with only $1.7 million guaranteed beyond the 2025 season .