Diggs completes Maryland football trifecta with Commanders

Good Counsel and Maryland were his first two home stops.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 241 min read

Maryland Made‼️ With Stefon Diggs signing for the Commanders this season, he is now set to complete the trifecta of pla Via @ESPNNFL on X

What happened: Washington officially signed Stefon Diggs on Aug. 7, setting up his first NFL home dates in his native state during the 2026 season. The Gaithersburg native played high school football in Olney before attending college in College Park.

Why it matters: Washington is the fifth NFL organization of Diggs' career and the first based in Maryland. His arrival gives the Commanders a four-time Pro Bowl target for the upcoming season.

By the numbers: Diggs recorded 770 receiving yards and eight touchdowns during his senior season at Good Counsel.

What to watch: His first regular-season home appearance will complete the progression from Maryland high school and college football to the NFL.

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