The person spoke to the AP on the condition of
anonymity because it was not yet announced. ESPN reported on
Tuesday night that the deal is for three years and $69 million,
with $26 million guaranteed.
Diggs' agents did not immediately respond to messages from The
Associated Press seeking confirmation.
A four-time Pro Bowl selection with the Buffalo Bills, Diggs led
the league with 127 receptions and 1,535 receiving yards in
2020. He is coming off an ACL injury that limited him to eight
games last year in Houston.
After trying to replace Tom Brady with veteran Cam Newton and
first round draft choice Mac Jones, the Patriots believe they
have found their future quarterback with Maye, the No. 3 overall
pick in the 2024 draft.
The former North Carolina Tar Heel threw for 2,276 yards and 15
touchdowns as a rookie, when top targets were tight end Hunter
Henry (66 catches, 674 yards) and wideout Demario Douglas (66,
621).
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