New England Patriots’ prominent wide receiver Stefon Diggs has been formally charged with felony strangulation and a misdemeanor assault charge following an alleged incident on December 2nd, 2025. The allegations emerged from a domestic employee who previously worked as Diggs’ personal chef, according to reports from the Boston Globe.
Diggs’ legal representative, attorney David Meier, provided an official statement to the BBC vehemently denying the accusations. “Stefon Diggs categorically denies these allegations,” Meier stated, characterizing the claims as “unsubstantiated” and “uncorroborated.” The defense attorney suggested the charges stem from “an employee-employer financial dispute that was not resolved to the employee’s satisfaction.”
The Patriots organization issued a measured response acknowledging awareness of the situation. “Stefon has informed the organization that he categorically denies the allegations. We support Stefon,” the team stated, while committing to cooperate fully with authorities and the NFL. The organization emphasized its intention to gather additional information while respecting the ongoing legal process.
An arraignment hearing has been scheduled for January 23rd in a Massachusetts local court, where Diggs will formally hear the charges and enter his plea. The legal proceedings come during a significant period in Diggs’ professional career, having signed a substantial three-year, $69 million contract with the Patriots in March 2025. The athlete and his partner, renowned rapper Cardi B, recently celebrated the birth of their son, adding personal significance to the timing of these developments.
The case has attracted substantial media attention given Diggs’ high-profile status in the NFL and his relationship with a major music industry figure. Authorities continue their investigation while the legal process moves forward, with the Dedham Police Department expected to provide additional details as the case develops.