Enigmatic and seemingly self-absorbed, Stefon Diggs forced Buffalo Bills’ hand

Having the question proposed to him, wide receiver Stefon Diggs might say that he’s been building toward his moonshot moment since adolescence, when the NFL became his only focus. Sure enough, Diggs made it happen, no doubt fueled by lessons he learned from his parents — his father’s wisdom guiding him, serving as a focused and comforting surrogate after his passing when Stefon was barely a teenager.

Along the way, Diggs manifested greatness within himself to such a degree that he became one of the most talented receivers in the NFL, capable of playing anywhere and against anyone. The brand was established. “I am Him” was born.

But was it all too much to bear for a Bills team that prioritized…