“Bro hoops like Bron”- NFL Fans rave about Stefon Diggs after video emerges of Bills WR dominating in basketball

Modified Apr 02, 2023 16:59 GMT

A recent video of Buffalo Bills wide receiver Stefon Diggs playing basketball has fans comparing him to NBA champion LeBron James. — A recent video of Buffalo Bills wide receiver Stefon Diggs playing basketball has fans comparing him to NBA champion LeBron James

Stefon Diggs may be well known for his talent on the football field, but what many might not have realized is that he is a multi-sport athlete. A video of the Buffalo Bills wide receiver playing basketball in a gym with others circulated around social media this weekend.

Diggs is seen squaring up against another player and has an impressive shot off the arc, as well as a decent layup.

While this isn't the first time that a video of Diggs playing basketball has been posted online, fans were still impressed by how good he is at the sport.

Some fans were quick to judge the person playing defense and thought it was perhaps his shortcoming that made the wide receiver look so good. Others gave him the NFL star the credit he deserved, with some even comparing him to NBA stars LeBron James and Bradley Beal.

Other fans were concerned that Stefon Diggs was playing basketball during the offseason and putting himself in danger of suffering an injury. Or even worse, prevent him from being ready for a training camp.

All in all, while other NFL players have also been seen playing basketball and other sports, it appears that the wide receiver may be one of the better to play hoops. But football is still what fans are excited to see him play again in just a few months.

Stefon Diggs isn't the only NFL player who is good at basketball

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Stefon Diggs isn't the only NFL player who has made headlines for his impressive basketball skills. Earlier this offseason, Seattle Seahawks star wide receiver DK Metcalf surprised everyone while playing in the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game.

Metcalf was a member of NBA champion Dwayne Wade's team and was nearly unstoppable. He had 20 points, 10 rebounds, and four blocks during the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game that took place this past February in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Metcalf's dunks on his fellow celebrity opponents had everyone in the building shocked. He helped lead Team Wade to a victory after they trailed earlier on in the game. His outstanding performance led to him being named the 'Most Valuable Player' of the 2023 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game.

Metcalf was the first NFL player to win the MVP award since former NFL wide receiver, now Hall of Famer, Terrell Owens in 2009.

About the author

Bethany Cohen is an NFL writer at Sportskeeda, with a rich prior 15-year experience in the sports writing industry, primarily covering the MLB and MiLB. She majored in Communications from the University of South Florida and has previously worked for top companies such as Examiner.com and Legends on Deck.

Bethany owes her NFL allegiance to the Pittsburgh Steelers owing to their long-standing tradition and competitiveness. She is a fan of old stalwarts such as Terry Bradshaw and Franco Harris and would love to watch them in the 1970s if she manages to get her hand on a time machine. She also acknowledges the greatness of modern icons like T.J. Watt for his desire to continuously improve despite being on top. She admires coaches Mike Tomlin and Andy Reid for their longevity and success.

The ace reporter credits her knowledge and love for the sport to be her biggest reporting strengths. Prior fact-checking is a big component of her process and she always scours through additional sources to ensure complete accuracy in her content.

Super Bowl XLIII, when the Steelers won the the grand prize after Santonio Holmes’ epic catch in the end zone with just seconds left on the clock is etched in Bethany’s memory forever. When she is free of her professional commitments, she likes to attend sports events and music concerts.

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