Rob Gronkowski gets honest on Patriots star WR Stefon Diggs after brutal injury

ROB Gronkowski has shared his thoughts on New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs, who’s had a tumultuous past year.

The Patriots’ new addition Diggs suffered a season-ending ACL injury with the Houston Texans last season.

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New England took a chance on Diggs, who is coming off a torn ACL that cut his only season with the Texans.

The four-time Pro Bowler signed a three-year deal worth $63.5 million.

But last month, Diggs was seen parting with multiple women, including his girlfriend, music star Cardi B, and an unidentified substance.

The incident occurred during the Patriots’ voluntary OTAs.

The U.S. Sun caught up with the four-time Super Bowl champion Rob Gronkowski at last week’s Fanatics Fest NYC 2025 in New York City.

He was asked about Diggs, who has been attracting plenty of attention this offseason.

“He’s coming back strong,” Gronk told The U.S. Sun.

When asked if the Pats can make the playoffs in the upcoming season, Gronkowski replied, “Of course they can.”

New England is coming off a highly disappointing 3-14 campaign.

But they are expected to double that win total and then some, due to the team’s free agency additions, NFL Draft selections, and new head coach Mike Vrabel.

Diggs is expected to be the Patriots’ No. 1 wideout.

But he’s been surrounded by question marks heading into 2025, and his off-the-field extracurricular activities last month put him in the spotlight.

Vrabel told reporters he was aware of Diggs’ partying clip and told him to “make great decisions on and off the field.”

Diggs reported to the team’s voluntary OTAs after the incident.

While Diggs did sign a $69 million contract in free agency, just $26 million of the deal is guaranteed, as most of the money is contingent on the veteran passing his physical.

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Last season, Diggs posted 47 receptions for 496 yards and three touchdowns in eight games before going down with the brutal injury.

He was on pace for 1,000 yards if he didn’t get hurt.

It’s hard to predict whether Diggs can perform after suffering such a severe injury at the age of 31.

He did show signs of decline during his final season with the Buffalo Bills in 2023.

But New England is banking on Diggs to help the second-year NFL star quarterback, Drake Maye.