Stefon Diggs is one of the best wide receivers in the entire NFL and for the last few years, Minnesota Vikings fans have been blessed by his presence. Over the past little while, it had become apparent that Diggs was beginning to grow upset with the team and this past week, he was traded to the Buffalo Bills. The move upset Vikings fans while Bills fans were absolutely elated. Of course, Diggs’ beef was never with the fanbase and he needed to let them know that.

Earlier today, Diggs took to his Instagram account where he penned a lengthy and heartfelt message to Vikings fans. Diggs had many people to thank and based on the tone of his message, he is leaving on good terms. If you’re a Vikings fan, this post certainly softens the blow.

Per Diggs:

“Skol Nation just know that I gave all my heart, soul and body every time I stepped on the field. Your chants, cheers and unyielding support was everything to me. Thank you! The past five years were truly an amazing experience. To say we made memories would be a huge understatement. The state of Minnesota and the entire Vikings organization will always hold a special place in my heart because it is where my NFL story began. To the entire Wilf family, I’d like to thank you, again, for believing enough in me to draft me. To my coaches and personnel staff, thank you for everything. I’ve learned so much from each of you about the game I love. To my teammates- -my brothers, thanks for the unending support. I’ll always have your backs!! Much Love Skol Nation!!!”

With Diggs on the Bills, it will be interesting to see how he performs with Josh Allen who is arguably a lesser quarterback than Kirk Cousins. Regardless, the 2020 NFL season is going to be a lot of fun.

Stefon Diggs is easily one of the more elite receivers in the entire NFL although at times, he has been visibly upset with the Minnesota Vikings. During a slump last season, Diggs seemingly took some shots at his own quarterback and alluded to the fact that he wanted to be traded. Even last month, Diggs continued to perpetuate these rumors which left Vikings fans in the dark over what would happen next. 

Last night, we got our answer as Diggs was traded to the Buffalo Bills in exchange for a haul of draft picks. The Bills have a solid defense but have been looking to give quarterback Josh Allen some weapons. Diggs certainly fits the bill when it comes to elite offensive talent and the Bills will be much-improved when the season starts back up again.

Stefon Diggs continues to be one of the most elite receivers in the entire NFL and his services have helped turn the Minnesota Vikings into a formidable offensive team. Last season, Diggs seemingly had some problems with his quarterback, Kirk Cousins. Earlier today, Cousins was signed to an extension and in the aftermath of the news, Diggs took to Twitter where he alluded to the fact that he might be traded, very soon.

"It’s time for a new beginning," Diggs wrote on Twitter. To be fair, this is an incredibly cryptic tweet so there is no telling what he meant by it. Perhaps he is talking about his personal life. In fact, he could even be talking about the Coronavirus and how we need to take better measures to stop it. Realistically, however, it seems like this has a lot to do with the NFL free agency period that's going down this week.

Minnesota Vikings star Stefon Diggs deleted all Vikings-related material from his social media accounts on Tuesday night, amidst rumors that Minnesota is looking to trade the 26-year old wide receiver. Diggs eclipsed 1,000 receiving yards last season for the second straight year, as he racked up a career-best 1,130 yards with six touchdowns on 63 catches.

There are obviously plenty of teams that could use a guy like Diggs on their roster, and his recent IG activity, coupled with the trade rumors, has fans of several NFL franchises, including the Philadelphia Eagles and New England Patriots, hopeful that their team will add the dynamic play maker to their receiving corps. 

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This isn't the first time that Diggs has been the center of trade rumors in Minnesota. When asked about the possibility of being traded early in the 2019 season, Diggs told reporters, "I feel there’s truth to all rumors no matter how dress you it up. I won’t be saying nothing on it. I won’t be speaking on it at all. But there is truth to all rumors, I guess.’’

Although it seems like there certainly is some traction on the Diggs trade rumors, it remains to be seen what kind of package the Vikings would demand in return. Back in October, Ralph Vacciano of SNY reported that it would likely cost a first-round pick and then some. Also of note - Diggs still has four years remaining on the five-year, $72 million contract extension he signed in the summer of 2018.