Wide receiver has been a perpetual well of bad news and/or confusion for the Kansas City Chiefs over the last year. From players locked up or sidelined to a general lack of execution, fans have been waiting all offseason for a move to bolster the unit, but so far, the front office has largely stood pat on the same depth chart as a year ago—with just a couple of minor alterations.Â
No one’s forecasting a major signing at this point—and the free-agent selections aren’t all that appealing at this later point in the offseason—but Stefon Diggs has at least been mentioned in conversations around those veterans available, and some off-field concerns that served as a hurdle toward playing in 2026 have recently been cleared. That at least brings a brighter spotlight on the possibility for K.C.
NFL Network's Ian Rapoport recently reported that the league has closed its investigation into Diggs. Rapoport specifically stated that there was "insufficient evidence to support a finding of a personal conduct policy violation." The case stemmed from assault allegations brought by Diggs' former personal chef, Mila Adams, who accused him of assault and battery (and other charges) tied to an incident in late 2025. Diggs was acquitted on both counts following a two-day trial in early May, but the NFL's own investigation continued even after the not-guilty verdict.
A personal conduct policy violation could have triggered a suspension for Diggs, but with the league’s ruling, that threat is off the table—which means Diggs could be in play for some team soon.Â
Diggs has remained available on the open market all spring, and the potential of a suspension was likely the culprit for the lack of rumored interest in a useful veteran who had 85 catches for 1,013 yards a year ago for the New England Patriots. Diggs might be 32 years old, but he’s going to be even further removed from a torn ACL suffered in 2024, so there’s reason to believe he’s got some good football left in him for at least another season. The four-time Pro Bowler has been a productive and reliable receiver for multiple teams over the last 11 years—with 942 catches, 11,504 yards, and 75 total touchdowns in his career—and another productive season with a contender would sweeten the resume for post-career honors.Â
For the Chiefs, there’s a tenuous feeling from the top of the depth chart to the bottom. Rashee Rice is capable of being Patrick Mahomes’ volume target, but he’s been sitting in jail for the last month and trying to rehab his knee in that limited environment. Xavier Worthy has been wearing the yellow non-contact jersey for offseason practices. Tyquan Thornton is untested as anything more than an occasional deep threat. Cyrus Allen was a day three pick just weeks ago, and Jalen Royals is hoping for playing time after largely redshirting his rookie campaign.Â
For every reason the Chiefs have for hope at wide receiver, there’s a glaring question or concern staring back at them, making it possible that they’re rich in talent or bereft of it, which is what makes conversation around the state of things so polarizing. It’s possible K.C. is going to go into the season to see what’s real or not before making moves before the trade deadline. But if they’re interested in freeing up some money and feeling more secure on the depth chart, the cloud around Diggs has dissipated.Â
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