In a highly anticipated Week 3 matchup, Houston Texans star receiver Stefon Diggs made his triumphant return to face his former team, the Minnesota Vikings, at U.S. Bank Stadium on Sunday. The game ended in a disappointing 34-7 blowout loss for Diggs and the Texans, but what happened after the final whistle blew was a heartwarming display of sportsmanship and camaraderie.
Diggs, a fifth-round pick by the Vikings in the 2015 NFL draft, spent the first five years of his career in Minnesota before being traded to the Buffalo Bills. Despite significant changes in the Vikings coaching staff since Diggs’ departure, with new faces like head coach Kevin O’Connell and defensive coordinator Brian Flores now at the helm, the bond between Diggs and his former team remained strong.
After the game, Diggs took the time to personally greet and embrace his former teammates and coaches on the field. One such moment captured on camera was when Vikings star Justin Jefferson greeted Diggs with open arms, exclaiming, “You a demon, boy!” Diggs responded with a smile, saying, “Proud of you!”
The reunion didn’t stop there. Diggs also shared a heartfelt moment with O’Connell and veteran center Garrett Bradbury, whom Diggs had played alongside during the 2019 season. The exchange of hugs, handshakes, and words of encouragement highlighted the mutual respect and admiration between Diggs and his former colleagues.
As the post-game interactions drew to a close, it was evident that despite the competitive nature of the game, the bond between Diggs and the Vikings organization remained unbreakable. This emotional reunion served as a reminder of the lasting impact that relationships forged in the NFL can have, transcending team allegiances and victories on the field.
