New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs is scheduled for arraignment on Friday, February 13, 2026, in Dedham District Court, Massachusetts. This is five days after the Patriots’ loss in Super Bowl LX (February 8, 2026, a 29-13 defeat to the Seattle Seahawks).
Feb 8, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs (8) against the Seattle Seahawks during Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Feb 8, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs (8) against the Seattle Seahawks during Super Bowl LX at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Key Details from Stefon Diggs’ Case
Charges: Felony strangulation or suffocation, and misdemeanor assault and battery.
Stefon Digg’s Incident: Allegedly occurred on December 2, 2025, at Diggs’ home in Dedham. According to police and court documents, an argument with his personal chef over payment for services escalated. The chef alleged Diggs struck her (e.g., smacked her) and choked her (using his elbow around her neck), causing breathing difficulty and near blackout; she reportedly had redness on her chest but no photos as evidence. Text messages referenced a dispute over pay for the season.
Background: Stefon Diggs (age 32 at the time) has denied the allegations through prior attorneys, describing it as a “financial dispute” that “did not occur.” His former lawyers (David E. Meier and Michael R. DiStefano) withdrew from the case on February 12, 2026; he switched to new attorney Sara Silva. Efforts were reportedly underway for a financial settlement with the accuser.
Court Timeline: Originally set for January 23, 2026, but postponed at the defense’s request (citing scheduling and to avoid clashing with the playoffs/Super Bowl run). The delay allowed Sefon tDiggs to play through the season and Super Bowl without immediate court interruption.
Other Notes: This case shadowed the Patriots’ season and raised fan concerns, especially alongside unrelated charges against teammate Christian Barmore (misdemeanor domestic assault from August 2025, arraignment later rescheduled to March). Stefon Diggs also faced a separate civil defamation lawsuit in Florida (filed early February 2026) over a 2024 Ferrari dispute and alleged assault. No NFL disciplinary action had been reported at the time, and Stefon Diggs remained eligible to play. Post-Super Bowl, he expressed hope to stay with the Patriots under his contract (through 2027, with significant salary/cap implications).
The arraignment is the step where Stefon Diggs would formally hear the charges, enter a plea (likely not guilty, based on prior denials), and address bail/release conditions if needed. Outcomes beyond that (trial, plea deal, etc.) weren’t detailed in the pre-hearing coverage.
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