In March, the New England Patriots made it apparent that they were recalibrating when they signed four-time Pro Bowl wide receiver Stefon Diggs to a three-year, $63.5 million contract. But what started as a high-upside contract for an experienced playmaker turned into something far more murkier.

Diggs fancies himself as a leader. He enjoys mentoring young receivers, and offering them advice. He’s been a cheerleader watching good plays, and he’s hooked up with Josh McDaniels if something doesn’t seem quite click with the offense.