Stefon Diggs is preparing to share his extensive NFL experience to help Patriots rookie Kyle Williams succeed during the 2024 season. As Diggs embarks on his first year in New England, he is already mentoring Williams, the team’s only wide receiver drafted this spring, aiming to accelerate his development.
At a recent player-led minicamp held at Davidson College, Diggs explained the mindset he wants to pass on to Williams. The two connected during an offseason training session that was organized by quarterback Drake Maye and attended by teammates Kendrick Bourne and Pop Douglas. Bourne recorded the three-day event and shared highlights on his YouTube channel last Friday.
“Man, man, though, that’s where you get money at… Good on good, I got to really win… I got to bring out the toolbox. I want him to have my whole little toolbox…” Stefon Diggs said. (Timestamp: 11:25)
While observing Williams working alongside other Patriots receivers in North Carolina, Diggs noted the rookie’s potential. Williams impressed during the workout by catching a tough pass in the corner of the end zone, eliciting cheers from Bourne and others nearby.
Diggs Stresses Mastery of the Offensive System
Although Kyle Williams is just starting his professional career, Stefon Diggs is tackling a personal hurdle as he recovers from a torn ACL suffered last season with the Houston Texans. This injury limited Diggs’ participation in the mandatory minicamp, yet he remains dedicated to mastering every aspect of Josh McDaniels’ complex offensive scheme ahead of being cleared for full contact play.
“I’m studying, but it’s really the route concepts, like basically, if you hear a word, you need to be able to know the word immediately, know the concept,” Diggs explained in an interview with Patriots Wire.
“I don’t need to know exactly just what I got, I need to know what somebody to the right or to the left of me got—so what everybody got around me, how I’m going to get open or how I’m going to get somebody else open.”
The Patriots are relying heavily on Diggs’ veteran leadership to improve a receiving corps that struggled last year. New England saw no wide receiver surpass 650 yards during the 2024 season, while it has been six years since Julian Edelman last achieved a 1,000-yard campaign.
Kyle Williams Aims to Stand Out in a Competitive Receiver Group
Williams faces the challenge of earning playing time in a receiving unit that includes Pop Douglas and second-year player Kayshon Boutte. The rookie is focused on proving himself through consistency as well as athletic ability. Reports from WEEI highlight his commitment to every catch with a personal motto: Don’t drop the money.
As training camp begins on July 19, Williams will face his first major test against New England’s revamped secondary, led by Christian Gonzalez and Carlton Davis III. His progression this summer will provide insight into how quickly he can contribute.
Diggs’ mentorship could be key in accelerating Williams’ adaptation to the NFL, especially while the veteran receiver recovers and continues deepening his understanding of the offense. Their partnership reflects the Patriots’ emphasis on building a stronger, more reliable wide receiver group for the upcoming season.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Did Stefon Diggs date Cardi B?
A. Cardi B, who is 32, and Diggs, aged 31, publicly confirmed they were dating during the NBA Playoffs in May. They then shared their relationship on Instagram in June.
Q. Will Stefon Diggs play in 2025?
A. According to a report by Adam Schefter, Diggs has joined the New England Patriots. He agreed to a three-year contract worth $69 million, with $26 million promised as guaranteed money. Schefter also mentioned that Diggs is scheduled to start playing in Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season.