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Mike Vrabel gives cryptic response on Stefon Diggs' absence in Patriots' preseason opener

New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs was with the team for Friday's preseason game against the Washington Commanders, but he remained on the sidelines in blue sweats and a T-shirt instead of his uniform.

Diggs has been a full go at training camp, despite having torn his ACL during Week 8 of the 2024 NFL season. So, why was he not playing in the game?

Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel was asked that exact question during a Monday morning interview on WEEI’s . Specifically, he was asked if it was more of a precautionary move.