One former Viking labeled as 'difference maker' in free agency
One former Minnesota Viking could be a significant free-agent addition for their new team in 2026.
The Minnesota Vikings were relatively quiet during free agency. They signed Kyler Murray, but most of their other transactions involved bringing back veterans such as Aaron Jones and Eric Wilson. But one former Viking could make his own headlines if he signs with someone.
Stefon Diggs, 32, is a free agent after helping the New England Patriots reach Super Bowl LX two months ago. His $25 million cap hit led to his release. However, a return to the Patriots may not be off the table, says Bleacher Report 's Gary Davenport .
Diggs may not sign with New England, or anyone, until after the draft. But the receiver can still be a potential difference maker in year 12. There is admittedly baggage with Diggs—there's a reason that the 32-year-old has played for four teams, including two in the last two years.
A torn ACL wiped out his 2024 season, and of late, Diggs has made as many headlines off the field as on it. Not the good kind, either. However, Diggs' 1,000-yard season in 2025 was his seventh in the last eight years.