From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Stefon Diggs made an impact.
Stefon Diggs is a professional American football wide receiver currently playing for the Houston Texans in the NFL. He was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in the fifth round of the 2015 NFL Draft after playing college football at the University of Maryland. Diggs has established himself as a prominent player in the league.
2010: High School Junior Year
In 2010, during his junior year, Stefon Diggs recorded 810 receiving yards and 23 touchdowns, becoming runner-up for Gatorade Maryland Player of the Year.
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2012: Began Playing for Maryland
In 2012, Stefon Diggs began playing football for the Maryland Terrapins at the University of Maryland.
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2012: True Freshman Season at Maryland
In 2012, as a true freshman, Stefon Diggs played in 11 games for Maryland, ranking second in the ACC in all-purpose yards and earning multiple ACC Rookie of the Week honors.
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2015: Entered NFL Draft
After his junior season, in 2015 Stefon Diggs decided to forgo his senior season and entered the NFL draft.
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2015: Rookie Season Success
In 2015, Stefon Diggs led the Vikings in receptions and receiving yards despite being inactive for the first three games, earning a spot on the PFWA All-Rookie team.
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2015: Signed with the Minnesota Vikings
In 2015, Stefon Diggs signed a four-year, $2.5 million deal with the Minnesota Vikings after being drafted.
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2015: Drafted by the Minnesota Vikings
In 2015, Stefon Diggs was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in the fifth round of the NFL draft.
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2016: Successful Season
In 2016, Stefon Diggs had a successful season with 84 receptions for 903 yards, ranking fifth among NFL wide receivers in catch rate. He and Adam Thielen also became the first pair of Vikings wide receivers with 900 yards each since 2000.
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September 11, 2017: Two Touchdowns vs. Saints
On September 11, 2017, Stefon Diggs had a strong performance in the season opener against the New Orleans Saints on Monday Night Football, catching seven receptions for 93 yards and two touchdowns.
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July 31, 2018: Signed Five-Year Contract Extension with Vikings
On July 31, 2018, Stefon Diggs signed a five-year, $72 million contract extension with the Vikings, committing to the team through the 2023 season.
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2020: Traded to the Buffalo Bills
In 2020, Stefon Diggs was traded to the Buffalo Bills, where he quickly surpassed 100 catches and broke the franchise record for receiving yards in a season.
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