New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs is facing a felony strangulation charge stemming from an incident that took place earlier this month.
Diggs has been charged with felony strangulation or suffocation and misdemeanor assault and battery charges over an incident on Dec. 2, according to court documents obtained by Boston 25 News. No further details were available regarding the nature of the case or the alleged victim.
Diggs’ arraignment has been scheduled for Jan. 23, two days before the AFC Championship. Diggs’ attorney, Michael DiStefano, appeared in court Tuesday to request that the date be moved to March. DiStefano also sought to have the police report impounded. The attorney told a judge that Diggs is attempting to negotiate a financial settlement with the alleged victim.
The Patriots said in a statement that they are aware of the allegations, and that Diggs “categorically denies” them.
“Stefon has informed the organization that he categorically denies the allegations,” the Patriots’ statement said. “We support Stefon. We will continue to gather information and will cooperate fully with the appropriate authorities and the NFL as necessary.”
Statement from the Patriots on Stefon Diggs:
— Mark Daniels (@ByMarkDaniels) December 30, 2025
The New England Patriots are aware of the accusations that have been made regarding Stefon Diggs. Stefon has informed the organization that he categorically denies the allegations. We support Stefon. We will continue to gather…
Diggs is in his first season with the Patriots and has once again established himself as a high-quality wide receiver. In 16 games, he has 82 catches for 970 yards and four touchdowns. His personal life also seemed to be going well, as he welcomed a child with rapper Cardi B in early November.
