Stefon Diggs Placed on IR, Season Over
Buffalo Bills Lose Star Wide Receiver
The Buffalo Bills have suffered a major blow to their offense, as star wide receiver Stefon Diggs has been placed on injured reserve, ending his season. Diggs suffered a dislocated fibula and torn deltoid ligament in his right ankle during the Bills' Week 15 loss to the New York Jets.
The injury is a significant setback for the Bills, who are currently 12-3 and in contention for the AFC East title. Diggs has been one of the team's most productive players this season, leading the team in receiving yards (1,132) and touchdowns (10).
The Bills will now have to find a way to replace Diggs' production for the remainder of the season. Rookie wide receiver Isaiah McKenzie is expected to step into a larger role, while veteran Cole Beasley and Gabriel Davis will also see increased playing time.
Injury Details
Diggs suffered the injury on a non-contact play in the fourth quarter of the Bills' loss to the Jets. He was attempting to make a cut when his right ankle appeared to buckle underneath him. Diggs was immediately taken to the locker room and did not return to the game.
The Bills initially feared that Diggs had suffered a season-ending injury, but an MRI on Monday confirmed the extent of the damage. Diggs is expected to make a full recovery from the injury but will not be able to play again this season.
Impact on the Bills
Diggs' absence is a major blow to the Bills' offense. He is one of quarterback Josh Allen's favorite targets and has been a key part of the team's success this season. The Bills will now have to find a way to replace his production, which will be a difficult task.
The Bills have a number of options to replace Diggs, but none of them are perfect. McKenzie is a talented player, but he is still inexperienced. Beasley and Davis are both solid receivers, but they are not as explosive as Diggs.
The Bills will need to find a way to get more production from their other skill players, such as running backs Devin Singletary and Zack Moss, and tight end Dawson Knox. They will also need to find a way to improve their offensive line, which has struggled at times this season.
