Romeo Doubs Chooses Patriots Over Commanders in Free Agency

The former Packers wide receiver signs a 4-year, $80 million deal with New England.

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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NFL wide receiver Romeo Doubs has agreed to a four-year, $80 million free agent contract with the New England Patriots, rejecting an offer from the Washington Commanders. Doubs, who spent his first four seasons with the Green Bay Packers, will replace veteran wide receiver Stefon Diggs as one of the Patriots' primary pass-catching weapons.

Why it matters

Doubs' decision to join the Patriots over the Commanders is a significant move that strengthens New England's offense, while leaving Washington still in need of wide receiver help after Terry McLaurin missed time due to injury last season.

The details

Doubs, 25, is coming off a solid 2025 season with the Packers, catching 55 passes for 724 yards and 6 touchdowns. His best game of the year came in a wild card playoff loss to the Chicago Bears, where he had 8 catches for 124 yards and a touchdown. Doubs will now join a Patriots receiving corps that includes Mack Hollins, Kayshon Boutte, DeMario Douglas, Kyle Williams and Efton Chism III.

  • On March 10, 2026, Romeo Doubs agreed to a 4-year, $80 million contract with the New England Patriots.

The players

Romeo Doubs

A 25-year-old wide receiver who spent his first four NFL seasons with the Green Bay Packers.

Stefon Diggs

A veteran wide receiver who will be released by the New England Patriots after one season with the team.

Washington Commanders

An NFL team that was also pursuing Doubs in free agency but lost out to the Patriots.

Drake Maye

A rising NFL quarterback prospect whose stock is increasing after a strong sophomore season.

Jayden Daniels

The Washington Commanders' quarterback who missed most of the 2025 season due to a dislocated elbow.

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What they’re saying

“Romeo Doubs was considering the Patriots and Commanders are his primary options. Both had competing offers out. He decided on New England -- and Drake Maye.”

— Jeremy Fowler, ESPN NFL insider (ESPN)

The takeaway

Doubs' decision to join the Patriots over the Commanders is a significant move that strengthens New England's offense, while leaving Washington still in need of wide receiver help. This signing highlights the Patriots' continued ability to attract top free agent talent to their organization.