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Stefon Diggs Shines as Patriots Edge Bills 23-20

10/7/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Stefon Diggs returned to Buffalo as the New England Patriots defeated his former team 23-20.
He posted 10 receptions for 146 yards, his first back-to-back 100-yard games since 2022.
He called the game "100 percent personal" and showed respect for former teammates.
He added that his relationship with Josh Allen is on good terms.

History

Historical Context

The Buffalo Bills, established in 1960, faced a 17-year playoff drought from 2000 to 2016, the longest in major North American sports. Under head coach Sean McDermott, they returned to prominence, winning the AFC East four consecutive times from 2020 to 2023. Stefon Diggs, traded to the Vikings in 2017, returned to Buffalo in 2023, highlighting the evolving dynamics of player affiliations in the NFL.

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Story summary

Stefon Diggs returned to Buffalo as the New England Patriots defeated his former team 23-20.
He posted 10 receptions for 146 yards, his first back-to-back 100-yard games since 2022.
He called the game "100 percent personal" and showed respect for former teammates.
He added that his relationship with Josh Allen is on good terms.

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