Nancy Turner
Sep 12, 2023 - 08:30

Bills WR Stefon Diggs Critiques Jets' Defense

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Stefon Diggs expects a tough challenge from the New York Jets' defense in their upcoming game.

Stefon Diggs, the wide receiver for the Buffalo Bills, understands that they will face a challenging task when they go up against the New York Jets on Monday Night Football. In anticipation of their September 11 matchup, Diggs expressed his belief that the New York defense will be even stronger than they were last year. He spoke to reporters on September 8, acknowledging the Jets as a formidable and improving defensive team.

Diggs is not the only member of the Bills' offense who recognizes the talent of their divisional rival. Quarterback Josh Allen also gave credit to the Jets, describing them as a "pretty good group" and highlighting the skills of their rushers and defensive backs. Allen specifically mentioned players like Sauce Gardner and DJ Reed as formidable opponents.

The Jets proved to be tough competitors in their previous encounters with the Bills last season. They won the Week 9 matchup and put up a close fight in a Week 14 game that resulted in a Bills victory. Throughout these games, the Jets put pressure on Allen, sacking him eight times and forcing turnovers that the Bills managed to recover.

Some analysts predict that the Jets could pose a challenge for the Bills once again this season. NFL analyst Dan Orlovsky, during an appearance on "One Bills Live," expressed the belief that the Bills' offensive line could face difficulties against the Jets' defense.

Diggs had a tumultuous offseason, starting with his sideline outburst during the team's playoff loss to the Cincinnati Bengals. He continued to generate speculation with cryptic social media posts. Rumors of tension between Diggs and the team reached a peak when he was absent on the first day of mandatory minicamp. However, head coach Sean McDermott clarified that the absence was excused and that there were no further incidents.

Diggs recently spoke out, expressing his excitement for the upcoming season and the new opportunities it presents for the team. He emphasized the importance of taking things one game at a time and approaching each season as a fresh opportunity to showcase their abilities. Diggs believes that the Bills have been flying under the radar and that they have yet to achieve their ultimate goal. However, he remains optimistic and focused on game one as the starting point for their journey.