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“Water Under the Bridge..”: Amidst Brother Trevon Diggs’ New Dallas Deal, Buffalo Bills Superstar Sheds Light on “Family Matters” That Caused Him to Miss Minicamp Last Month

Published 07/27/2023, 2:31 PM EDT

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The Buffalo Bills wide receiver, Stefon Diggs’, absence from the mandatory team minicamp has been generating buzz in the NFL fraternity. Speculations and curiosity elevated around Diggs’ disappearance, leaving fans and media in the dark about the reason behind his absence. But the mystery has been unfolded as Diggs himself came forth to shed light on the situation. 

Diggs revealed that his absence was due to pressing “family matters” that required his immediate attention. Though he chose not to disclose the specific details.

Stefon Diggs’ personal matters

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Stefon Diggs provided an insight to the media following his absence from the team’s mandatory minicamp in June. Diggs highlighted his family issues while stating he had a candid conversation with the head coach Sean McDermott, and concludingly he wanted to keep the private matters away from the public eye.

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Diggs shared, “I attributed it to family matters, I don’t like dancing around things… Everybody has family matters. We had a conversation. All is well, water on the bridge now, we back at work. … Everything that needed to be said, we talked it out as men.” 

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The prime news is that things have settled. And in the midst of these issues, Steffon Diggs’ younger brother Trevon Diggs signed a promising contract with the Dallas Cowboys, giving Diggs family an ounce of happiness. 

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Trevon Diggs with the Cowboys

According to NFL reports, the Dallas Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs’ 5-year extension is valued at $97 million, further sweetened by a $21 million signing bonus, totaling up to $104 million with incentives. The 24-year-old Diggs undeniably stamped his name in the NFL since being drafted in 2020. With two Pro Bowl appearances in three seasons, he holds an outstanding record, including 17 interceptions, 49 blocked passes, and 169 tackles in 45 games.

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Watch This Story – Classic Diva Wide Receiver Stefon Diggs’ Impact on the Buffalo Bills

As the upcoming NFL season draws closer with only seven days to go for the kickoff, fans are eagerly anticipating Trevon Diggs’ showdown on the Gridiron. With his remarkable talent, Diggs is undoubtedly set to shine in the NFL books. Hence, leaving fans with high hopes for the Cowboys’ success in the 2023 season. Do you think the Diggs brothers will perform in the coming season and reduce their family woes?

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