The New England Patriots have won back-to-back games for the first time since the 2022 season.
Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs, meanwhile, has recorded consecutive 100-yard receiving games for the first time since the 2023 campaign.
ESPN analytics writer Seth Walder made a bold prediction on Friday, saying that the four-time Pro Bowler will post 80 or more receiving yards for the third straight contest when New England plays the New Orleans Saints in Week 6.
“Diggs will continue his hot streak and record 80-plus receiving yards against the Saints. Through five weeks, Diggs ranks second in ESPN’s open score ,” Walder wrote.
Diggs’ ascension this fall has been impressive.
The 31-year-old began the season with just 13 catches for 112 scoreless yards across the Patriots’ first thr