When Stefon Diggs stepped onto the New England Patriots practice field for his first training camp session, nobody, not even Diggs himself, expected the elite receiver would be showcasing his route-running skills against a four-legged opponent.

The New England Patriots shared the first image of Christian Gonzalez lining up against Stefon Diggs at training camp.

New England Patriots Stefon Diggs had some words for working with Drake Maye. While Diggs may have only been on the team since he signed a three-year contract in late March 2025, the Patriots receiver said to NBC Sports Boston he had much to cultivate and teach with the 22-year-old quarterback.