Zach Wilson and NY Jets helped ruin Stefon Diggs’ relationship with Bills

The NY Jets can breathe a sigh of relief as they won’t have to face Stefon Diggs twice a year anymore, following his unexpected trade to the Houston Texans from the Buffalo Bills, a move that caught many by surprise.

The Bills had to absorb the second-largest dead cap hit in NFL history to facilitate the trade, sparking speculation about what led to Diggs’ departure. It appears that tensions between Diggs and the Bills’ coaching staff, as well as quarterback Josh Allen, reached a breaking point.

One notable incident occurred after the Jets’ stunning Week 1 victory over the Bills last season, where Allen reportedly clashed with Diggs in the locker room following Buffalo’s overtime loss.

While the exact cause of their disagreement remains unclear, it’s evident that emotions ran high after Allen’s struggles, including three interceptions, contributed to the Jets’ unexpected win, sealed by a rookie Xavier Gipson’s punt return touchdown in overtime.

Diggs appeared particularly frustrated by the loss, highlighting a growing rift between him and the Bills organization throughout the season. The outcome of that pivotal Week 1 game may have influenced Diggs’ future in Buffalo, had it gone differently.

Ultimately, Diggs’ departure from Buffalo less than seven months later underscores the significant role that the Jets, led by Wilson and Gipson, played in reshaping the landscape of the AFC East.