There has been visible unhappiness between the Buffalo Bills and wide receiver Stefon Diggs for the past two years. Buffalo Bills and wide receiver Stefon Diggs have had a strained relationship. There were talks of trading Diggs, but it seemed unlikely until after the 2024 NFL season due to financial reasons.
If the Bills were to cut or trade Diggs before June 1, they would face significant financial penalties. After 2024, a trade or cut would result in a cap hit of $8.8 million for 2025 and $13.39 million for 2026, but would save $18.5 million for 2025. $31 million Therefore, it was surprising when the Bills traded Diggs to the Houston Texans, as first reported by ESPN’s Adam Schefter on Wednesday, April 3. In addition to eating $31 million, Buffalo sent Houston a 2024 sixth-round pick and a 2025 fifth-round pick. In exchange, the Bills received a 2025 second-rounder.
Bills Mafia processed the news, but Brooke Kromer, daughter of Bills offensive line coach Aaron Kromer, caused a stir by posting a message on X, formerly known as Twitter, that immediately raised some eyebrows. Kromer posted: “Good riddance✌🏼 There’s always a reason & always a plan! #trusttheprocess.”Based on the financial impact of getting rid of Diggs, there is speculation about the reason behind Buffalo severing ties. Kromer’s message only added fuel to the speculation. One person commented, “Our OLine coach’s daughter. Does she tweet this if there is 0 issue behind the scenes? Shes gotta know a little i’d think.” Another person said, “She is connected enough to the team to know! This was the right move for EVERYONE! Just had to let the intial shock wear off! 😵💫 #trusttheprocess”. Another man responded, “Well, this coming from a coaches daughter is interesting. Clearly, this had to be done.” Another person commented, “This should speak volumes to Diggs character in the locker room. I’ve been thinking the media’s been blowing things out of proportion but this changes my perspective on it.” Questions arose about the relationship between Stefon Diggs and the Bills due to his behavior and cryptic tweets. There were several warning signs in the relationship between Diggs and the Bills. Bills head coach Sean McDermott had to calm Diggs down after he expressed frustration about not getting enough passes in November 2022. Diggs's outburst at Bills quarterback Josh Allen during the 2023 AFC Divisional playoff loss also raised concerns.
Diggs also left the locker room after the defeat. During the postgame press conference, Allen addressed the incident, saying, “He’s a fiery competitor. He wants the ball. Whatever it was that we couldn’t get him the ball tonight, we’re gonna have to learn from.” The team often used Diggs's competitive spirit as an excuse for tense situations.
The Bills never provided a clear explanation for the fallout with Diggs before mandatory minicamp last year. With his younger brother, Trevon Diggs of the Dallas Cowboys, pushing for the receiver to be traded and criticizing Allen on social media, it was hard to believe everything was okay. told Kay Adams in February, “Yeah, I mean I told (the media) interview after interview I wanted to retire a Bill,” things obviously changed. On March 15, Diggs posted.
Good riddance✌🏼 There’s always a reason & always a plan! #trusttheprocess https://t.co/aSuvZJItuk
— Brooke Kromer (@BrookeKromer) April 3, 2024
, “Ready for anything.” And while Diggs has a tendency to send out mysterious messages, this time he was serious. fan postedBills News: Buffalo Urgently Needs to Select a Wide Receiver in the 2024 NFL Draft
One woman wroteBills general manager Brandon Beane spoke at the NFL Combine on February 27, 2024. fan wroteSpeaking to reporters
toward the end of the season suggested otherwise.
The Bills were anticipated to pick a wide receiver in the 2024 NFL draft following ‘ departure. But after signing Curtis Samuel to a three-year, agreement, and acquiring
Mack Hollins , choosing a safety or defensive end with their No. 28 overall pick wouldn’t have been unexpected.But with Diggs,
Trent Sherfield, Deonte Harty gone, and the very high level of wide receiver talent star in this year’s draft, Bills general manager Brandon Beane may be considering trading up. Allen’s main targets on the roster are Samuel, Khalil Shakir, and tight end
While Diggs Dalton Kincaid . Acquiring a deep-threat wide receiver in the draft is now essential. During a recent appearance on “ ” podcast, Allen discussed which receivers he favored entering the 2024 draft.“The top three guys, Malik Nabers, Rome Odunze, and Marvin Harrison Jr. are all three pretty great prospects,” Allen said. “Then you get to that kind of second-ish tier if you will, of Brian Thomas, Adonai Mitchell, I think Keon Coleman, Troy Franklin, Xavier Worthy are all there, Xavier Legette.”
Bills offensive line coach Aaron Kromer’s daughter, Brooke Kromer, sends a strong message on Stefon Diggs’ trade to the Texans.
GettyBills general manager Brandon Beane at the NFL Combine on February 27, 2024.
Speaking to reporters after the season ended, Bills general manager Brandon Beane committed to Diggs as Allen’s top target in 2024. “Stef’s, he’s a No. 1 receiver. I firmly believe that, not wavering off of that,” Beane said. However, Diggs’ minimized role in the back half of the season said otherwise.
The Bills were expected to draft a wide receiver in the 2024 NFL draft following Gabe Davis‘ exit. But after signing Curtis Samuel to a three-year, $24 million deal, and adding Mack Hollins, selecting a safety or defensive end with their No. 28 overall pick wouldn’t have been a surprise.
But with Diggs, Trent Sherfield, and Deonte Harty gone, and the incredibly high level of wide receiver talent in this year’s draft, Bills general manager Brandon Beane may be looking to trade up.
Allen’s top targets on the roster are Samuel, Khalil Shakir, and tight end Dalton Kincaid. Landing a deep-threat wide receiver in the draft is now a must. During a recent appearance on “The QB Room” podcast, Allen discussed which receivers he loved coming into the 2024 draft.
“The top three guys, Malik Nabers, Rome Odunze, and Marvin Harrison Jr. are all three pretty great prospects,” Allen said. “Then you get to that kinda second-ish tier if you will, of Brian Thomas, Adonai Mitchell, I think Keon Coleman, Troy Franklin, Xavier Worthy are all there, Xavier Legette.”