Could Patriots cut Stefon Diggs and owe him nothing? It's complicated.

The article dissects the complexities of Stefon Diggs' reported three-year, $69 million contract with the Patriots, focusing on his torn ACL and potential outcomes. It reveals that Diggs has no guaranteed money until he passes a full physical, which allows the Patriots an option to avoid financial commitments if Diggs' knee isn't deemed fit. The team’s doctor has sole authority to approve his readiness, further complicating his contract status. Additionally, clauses concerning pre-existing conditions and potential legal issues (like a controversial video) could impact the contract's validity. The Patriots might leverage these provisions to mitigate financial obligations, similar to past instances with other players like Antonio Brown.